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LPN - Orthopedics at Optum summary:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Orthopedics, you will provide nursing care to patients, coordinate with healthcare teams, and assist with clinical procedures. This role emphasizes patient education and involvement in care planning while offering opportunities for career growth and development. Join a dynamic healthcare organization where your skills and compassion make a difference in patient lives across the Tri-State region.

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates  

We offer excellent compensation, benefits within 30 days that include generous PTO, paid holidays, annual reviews, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, along with opportunities for continued career progression! 

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region  (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York, Crystal Run Healthcare and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind   Caring. Connecting. Growing together.   

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  

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 Practical Nursing
• New York State (NYS) license with current NYS registration, in good standing or compact license  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Current CPR/BLS certification
• 1+ years of experience as a licensed practical nurse or 2+ years as a Medical Assistant in a pertinent practice area   

New York Residents Only:   The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.  

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

Keywords:

Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing care, Patient coordination, Clinical procedures, Healthcare team, Patient teaching, Orthopedics, Career progression, Health benefits, Compassionate care

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