RN Infusion Nurse Akron OH 2385189 | Akron, Ohio

RN Infusion Nurse

Unity Health Network, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a RN Infusion Nurse to join our team in Akron and Hudson, OH. 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.

Location: 701 White Pond Dr Suite 300 Akron, OH 44320 and will also travel 1 day per week to 231 Seasons Rd. Hudson, OH 44224

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4: 30 p.m., Fridays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversees and participates in the day-to-day clinical care of patients
• Assesses, develops, implements and evaluates patient care utilizing evidence and nursing theory in practice through the organization's care delivery model. Coordinates patient quality of care on behalf of provider.
• Communicates clearly with patients, families, nursing staff and interdisciplinary team to achieve healthcare goals. Acts as a patient advocate in regard to patient quality of care. Teaches patient/family at their level of understanding and documents response.
• Provides and documents procedures, medications, treatments and intravenous therapy. Reviews patients' screening tests and proactively provide the providers results.
• Interprets clinical data/patient responses and collaborates with physicians and other members of the healthcare team. Provides prompt accurate shift/handoff reports and shares pertinent patient care information throughout shift, as applicable.

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:

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the State of Ohio
• ACLS
• 6+ months of infusion experience
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task between doing infusions and administrative work of prior authorizations and financial assistance
• Proven competent with peripheral IV's and Central Line access

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of doing prior authorizations for infusion medications
• Experience with mixing medications

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $29 - $52 per hour 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.