Optum CA is seeking a Sr. Part Time Registered Nurse PACU GI to join our team in Long Beach, CA. 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.
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The RN functions as an integral member of the team and is responsible for providing personalized patient care in the post-operative setting. The RN's communication, conduct and performance should support the ASC efforts in becoming a High Performance Organization.
Approximately 30 hours per week with the potential of 40 hours per week on an occasional basis.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing care in the post-operative setting (phase 1, phase 2)
- Ability to safely care for patients from pediatrics to geriatrics in a high volume/fast-paced environment
- Maintain a clean, neat and efficient working environment
- Perform ECG, urine pregnancy, glucometer, insertion of PIV as required
- Manage patient's admission to the ASC, recovery, and discharge from the ASC
- Ensure patients consents are accurate and complete
- Assess post-operative vital signs to ensure they are within acceptable parameters
- Perform an initial assessment on arrival in the PACU
- Manage patient's airways to include airway adjunct management
- Plan and document in the EHR (Surgical Information Systems)
- Administer narcotic and non-narcotic medication per facility protocol
- Manage emergency situations and provide effective resuscitation using bag/valve/mask
- Follow established policies and procedures related to the position
- Prepare patients for discharge and provide discharge instruction education
- Understand and deliver quality customer service consistent with the UHG/Optum efforts in becoming a High Performance Organization
- Follow HIPPAA regulations
- Adapt and perform effectively in a continuously changing environment
- Coordinate the patient's transition through the peri-operative process
- Maintain a team supportive attendance record
- Communication, conduct and dress to portray a professional quality at all times and are in compliance with the ASC appropriate surgical attire policy
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor RN
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:
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
- Active Registered Nurse license through the State of California
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare providers (AHA)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification for Healthcare providers (AHA) or ability to obtain at the time of hire
- PALS certification or ability to obtain at the time of hire
- 1+ years of experience working as a Registered Nurse
Preferred Qualification:
- 2+ years of post anesthesia care unit (PACU), ER or ICU experience
The hourly range for this role is $34.42 to $67.60 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.