LPN

Licensed Practical NurseFor those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start caring. Connecting. Growing together.Optum's Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California, to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.The Licensed Practical Nurse serves the patient, the physician and other staff members by assisting in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management.Primary Responsibilities:Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signsPrepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments and follow policies and proceduresAssist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicalsMaintain the patient file, records and other informationUse nursing theory to guide patient carePerform selected nursing and administrative dutiesPrepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instrumentsGive injections and apply splints and dressingsMaintain patient confidentialityAttend staff meetings as requiredPerform other duties as assignedYou'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 accredited nursing schoolCurrent Oregon LPN license1+ year of professional nursing experienceHealthcare provider level BLS/CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employmentPreferred Qualification:Experience with an electronic medical record systemPay 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $20 - $36 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 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.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.