LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Pulmonary

Requisition Number: 2282500
Job Category: Nursing
Primary Location: Fishkill, NY, US

Doctor consulting nurse at nurse station.

Join Our Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates!

Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Pulmonary to join our team in Fishkill, 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.

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? At Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York, Crystal Run Healthcare, and Riverside Medical Group), we offer an exceptional opportunity for growth and fulfillment. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to making healthcare better for everyone.

Why Optum?

  • Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy excellent pay and benefits starting within 30 days, including generous PTO, paid holidays, annual reviews, bonus potential, and tuition reimbursement
  • Career Progression: We provide ample opportunities for continued career growth and development
  • Supportive Environment: Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best
  • Dynamic Organization: Join a healthcare organization that values Caring, Connecting, and Growing together

Your Role:

  • As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will play a crucial role in providing nursing care to patients and their families. You will coordinate with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery and actively involve patients in their care planning.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Patient Care: Provide nursing care to patients via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices
  • Team Coordination: Work with other care team members to ensure maximal coordination of efforts and active patient participation in planning and care
  • Clinical Assistance: Assist physicians or other providers with clinical procedures and participate in patient teaching
  • Leadership: Provide direction to clerical assistants, medical assistants, and other non-licensed personnel

Join Us and Make a Difference:

Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. At Optum, we believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Together, we have the power to make healthcare better for everyone.

Apply Today and Discover How Rewarding Medicine Can Be!

Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum – from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we’re making health care work better for everyone.

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    

The hourly range for this role is $19.86 to $38.85 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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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.

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

Additional Job Detail Information

Requisition Number 2282500

Business Segment Optum

Employee Status Regular

Job Level Individual Contributor

Travel No

Country: US

Overtime Status Non-exempt

Schedule Full-time

Shift Day Job

Telecommuter Position No

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