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UnitedHealth Group RN, Rapid Treatment in Sugar Land, Texas
Requisition number: 2359830
Job category: Nursing
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic , part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The RTC Registered nurse is responsible for applying clinical nursing knowledge and skills to promote the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational, and professional standards. This position will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional care to RTC patients through education, nursing assessment, and administration of medication.
The RTC Registered Nurse assesses physiological and psychosocial needs, implements nursing interventions, and communicates patient concerns to the healthcare team.
Primary Responsibilities:
Clinical Activities
Participate in patient care activities and adheres to the requirement of a Registered Nurse when providing direct patient care This is demonstrated by:
Above-average ability to plan and implement patient care
Ability to make sound nursing judgment based on nursing theory
Demonstrates the knowledge and skill of assessment, including assessing for toxicities, medication side effects, and overall well-being
Reviews lab values and assesses for treatment toxicity prior to administering medication to patients
Ensures patient is appropriate for prescribed treatment and witnesses written consent if indicated
Provides patients with verbal and written educational materials related to the disease process, prescribed medication, and/or symptom management
Accurately administers medication to patients as prescribed by the physician
Demonstrates ability to start peripheral IV, administer IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and oral medications according to safe practice guidelines
Ability to consider the needs of the department by preplanning and proactively adjusting as needed
Ability to organize and utilize equipment, supplies, and medication according to patient needs based upon the physician order
Medical record documentation is legible, concise, accurate, and timely
Ability to assess and individualize the needs of each client and respond appropriately, utilizing available patient resources
Performs in-person and telephone patient assessment and documentation via electronic medical record (EMR)
Assumes responsibility for competency of practice and takes initiative for professional development and continuing education
Prioritizes urgency of patients' needs and is a patient advocate in meeting those needs ➢ Responds to patient emergencies within the Rapid Treatment Clinic
Practices positive guest and peer relationships; supports and respects patients' rights
Develops and maintains collaborative relationship with all members of the healthcare delivery system
Adheres to policy regarding advanced directives, informed consent, and patient complaints
Accurately completes clinical logs
Ensures that documentation of charges is accurate and complete and communicates all important facts to Director, Clinic Administrator, and Nursing Supervisor
Quality Improvement Activities:
Actively participates in quality improvement activities, as evidenced by: ➢ Understands the clinic's Quality Improvement Program and Initiatives
Understands the Quality Improvement Process
Identifies opportunities for quality improvement and makes appropriate suggestions to nursing management
Participates in quality improvement projects as appropriate
Completes assigned quality improvement tasks in a timely and accurate manner
Customer Service:
Maintains active professional relationships with doctors, co-workers, external customers, patients, and caregivers by assessing needs and levels of satisfaction Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner Identifies opportunities to enhance customer service, as evidenced by:
Positive patient and physician satisfaction
Reports inefficiencies, deficiencies, and unusual occurrences to Director/Clinic Administrator/Supervisor
Serves as a role model to other staff members
Maintains confidentiality on matters to which they are privileged
Demonstrates Kelsey-Seybold Clinic's Mission, Vision, and Values
Employee Management:
Demonstrates ability to oversee coordination of patient services, as evidenced by:
Assumes responsibility of assigned clinic patients
Ability to explain policies, procedures, and methods to others
Ability to appropriately delegate tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel
Assists in the orientation and training of new employees
Resource and Inventory Management:
Ensures proper use of resources (time and supplies), as evidenced by:
Carefully uses supplies and medicines to avoid waste Reports when supplies are low and need ordering
Ensures documentation of charges are accurate and complete
Keeps accurate time records
Stocks clinic with supplies as needed
Assists in keeping supply closet neat and organized
Identifies opportunities to be more cost-effective and efficient
Regulatory Compliance:
Complies with local, state, and federal rules and regulations and accreditation guidelines, as evidenced by:
100% of regulatory concerns or unusual occurrences are reported to supervisor and/or manager within 24 hours of occurrences
When patient injury or disaster occurs, supervisor or manager is notified immediately
RN license and all required certifications are kept current and on file at the center
Safety:
Adheres to all facility safety regulations and guidelines related to patient safety Maintains unit in safe condition, as evidenced by:
Keeping hallways clear
Securing electrical wiring
Reporting broken equipment
Participating in quarterly safety compliance drills and/or in-services
Identifies, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions immediately
Infection Control:
Provides an environment to prevent and control the spread of disease within the clinical setting Which includes but is not limited to:
Hand washing
Aseptic and sterile technique
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:
Bachelor's degree in nursing
Valid and current Texas RN license
BLS through American Heart Association
Completion annually of 10 CEU's related to Emergency Care
5+ years RN experience
2+ years ICU & Emergency Department
Experience with EMRs
Demonstrated ability to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population and for CPR, oxygen administration, and intravenous therapy
Proven basic Computer Skills
Proven clear communication skills both verbal and written
Preferred Qualifications:
ACLS
CCRN
ICU experience or 5+ years of experience in Emergency Department
EPIC experience
IV access experience
Port access experience
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 hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 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.