RN Supervisor – Oncology Outpatient Infusion Las Vegas Area

Optum NV is seeking a RN Supervisor 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. 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.

 

The Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor is responsible for supporting the nurses providing patient care and ensuring patient health through the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to staff, patients, friends, and families; and supervising assigned team members.   

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Double check Medications pulled in the am by the techs, Check E-kit daily, restock as necessary, Maintains Ativan log BID
• Supports nurses who conduct ongoing assessments as determined by patient’s condition and/or the client facility’s policies, procedures or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly
• Create appropriate nursing assignment based on patient acuity
• Ensures infusion room treatments are provided as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensure clinic is prepared for quarterly audits
• Advise prior authorization team of any patients identified by the pharm techs that have no auth in place and ensure nurses call and reschedule patients who will not have auth in place in time for treatment
• Manage PTO requests and approvals and complete weekly staffing schedule
• Ensure all staff takes a 30 mins lunch break, provide coverage as needed
• Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols
• Order or ensure infusion room supplies are ordered bi-weekly
• Provides support in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the staff’s diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights
• Track daily assignment numbers, treatment holds, reschedules, and no shows  
• Maintains current competency in nursing specialty by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

 

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
• Current licensure in good standing in the state of practice, and all other states where license is held
• Evidence of BLS and all additional required credentials specific to nurse specialty and as designated by health care organization
• Evidence of 2+ years of nursing experience in specialty within the past 4 years

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification within 6 months of hire (requirement) OCN certification 
• 2+ years of Oncology experience 

 

Skills/Abilities:

• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment
• Experience hanging chemo, pre-meds and IV treatments
• Expert in Vascular Access, patient assessment, chemo regimens and understanding of safe patient parameters for receipt of treatment

 

Working Conditions:

• No restrictions on standing, lifting 25#, walking, pushing, pulling in a patient care setting or perform these tasks with reasonable accommodation

 

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 salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

 

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.