Registered Nurse (RN) – Outpatient Mental Health

Carolina Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Durham, NC. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

 

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

 

Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it’s your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

As a Registered Nurse, you will work directly with our psychiatry staff and be responsible for coordinating our Spravato treatment program. You will work within a highly collaborative and supportive environment committed to providing exceptional care.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor patients during Spravato treatments
• Coordinate schedules and maintain appropriate communication
• Submit data and maintain appropriate records
• Administer medication and submit lab specimens
• We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources

 

 

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:

• Clear, active and unrestricted license (RN) in the state of practice

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical experience with psychiatric/mental health nursing
• Experience with Spravato treatments
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation – Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)

 

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment. 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.

 

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.