RN Oncology - Hematology

Requisition number: 2398636

Job category: Nursing

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum NV is seeking a Nurse Navigator Oncology to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. 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.

OptumCare Cancer Care of Nevada is committed to offering patients compassion, innovation, and high-quality care. The group is headquartered in the greater Las Vegas, NV area.

The Oncology /Hematology RN will work with the Clinical Operations, Nursing staff and Physicians to ensure clinic goals are met through determination of work load priorities to meet the clinic's administrative, operational and support requirements. Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.

Location: 1655 East Cactus Avenue, Henderson

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide care for critically or chronically ill cancer patients

• Administer Chemotherapy or other methods of symptom treatment per the Physician's orders and monitor Patient's progress

• Create a supportive environment, educating cancer patients about treatment procedures and particularities of the disease

• Work with patients who have been diagnosed with life - threatening conditions to provide a stable environment to help patients and their families with work through the treatment process and to cope with potentially fatal outcomes

• Ensure strict compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies, procedures and processes

• Ensure patient care is delivered appropriately and consistent with OptumCare's best - practices and industry standard measures

• Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested

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:

• Current, unrestricted NV RN license or temporary NV RN license with the ability to obtain permanent NV RN license upon expiration of temporary NV RN license

• BLS / ACLS from American Heart Association

• 2+ years of experience in a hospital setting, acute care, or direct care experience with the adult population

• Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client / patient sites within a designated area

Preferred Qualifications:

• OCN certification or ability to obtain within 6 months

• Chemotherapy / Biotherapy certification

• 1+ year of oncology experience

• Proficient computer skills i.e. Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Outlook), experience with computer based medical records

• Demonstrated effectiveness with nursing processes

• Possesses personal fortitude and compassion to deal with patients suffering from a profound illness

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 $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.