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Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatric Pulmonology at Optum summary:

A Licensed Practical Nurse specializing in Pediatric Pulmonology provides direct nursing care, assists physicians with clinical procedures, and coordinates patient care in a collaborative healthcare environment. This role involves patient education, medication administration, and managing clinical inventories while working closely with a multidisciplinary care team. Employment includes opportunities in pediatric neurology and cardiology, supported by a large healthcare network dedicated to improving patient health outcomes.

$2,500 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team in Lake Success, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum in the tri-state region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group) offers an interconnected network that enables us to work collaboratively to better coordinate care among our doctors and care teams. Together, we offer you and your family access to more than 2,100 providers, representing 70 specialties, working in 360 medical practices and more than 55 urgent care locations across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. For more information, visit

Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology with coverage opportunities in pediatric neurology and cardiology

Schedule: 37.5 hours per week between Monday: 10:00am-6:00pm, Tuesday: 8:00am-8:00pm, Wednesday: 10:00am-6:00pm, Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm, and Friday: 9:00am-3:00pm

Location: 1 Dakota Dr suite 200 Lake Success

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices
• Coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care
• Assists physician or other provider with clinical procedures and participates in patient teaching
• Provides Direction To: Clerical assistants, medical assistants, and other non-licensed personnel
• Obtain and complete prior authorizations for medications and tests
• Maintain inventory logs for refrigerator, room temperature, oxygen, and vaccines
• Administer medication and educate patients/guardians on medication usage

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program
• New York State (NYS) license with current NYS registration, in good standing
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR/BLS certification
• 1+ years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse or 2+ years as a medical assistant in a dermatology setting
• EPIC EMR experience
  

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Keywords:

Licensed Practical Nurse, Pediatric Pulmonology, patient care, medication administration, clinical procedures, patient education, healthcare coordination, pediatric nursing, nursing care, healthcare teamwork

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