Registered Nurse, RN Nephrology Lake Success NY

Requisition number: 2389881

Job category: Nursing

Optum NY, is seeking a Registered Nurse Nephrology & Internal Medicine 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. 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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8am - 5pm, Wednesday 8am - 6pm and Friday 8am - 3pm

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides care in the individual and group setting

• Works with primary care providers throughout the organization to provide education and monitoring services for all referred patients

• Works closely with the staff and providers to identify patients that require education and monitoring services

• Manages a caseload of patients independently

• Assesses patients for their learning needs, follows them appropriately and documents in the patient electronic medical record

• Keeps abreast of new developments in care

• Provides staff education for nurses or others at various sites as requested

• Utilizes the curriculum developed for the care of patients

• Provides professional and courteous care to patients

• Provides support, teaching, and ongoing management services to patients

• Provides self-management education in both group and individual visits

• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed

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 School of Nursing

• Currently licensed as an RN in the State of New York

Preferred Qualifications:

• Epic Computer Experience

• Experience working in a nephrology setting

• Knowledge of various software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.

• Familiarity with electronic medical records

• Proven excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

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 - $52 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.