Registered Nurse ProHealth - Danbury CT Job Danbury area,Connecticut USA,Nursing

$1000 Sign On Bonus for External candidates

Pro Health Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team in Danbury, CT.

Position Details:

Location:

100 Reserve Rd, Danbury, CT 06810
Department:
Internal Medicine / Primary Care

Schedule:

Full time, 40 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, hours between 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Opportunity for additional hours available

Primary Responsibilities:

Support the care team and its patients by providing and documenting nursing care following established standards and practices
Provide patient care and education and assist in locating and coordinating services from other providers and resources
Serve as liaison between patients, staff and providers
Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR)
Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording:
Height and weight, Temperature, Blood pressure, Head circumference, Current medications and Chief complaint and history
Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with Pro Health's Appointment and Scheduling Guidelines. Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR
Provide and document patient care such as giving injections and performing preventive screenings
Educate patients regarding their illness or injury and provide instruction regarding self‑management of their condition
Carry out standing orders (i.e., authorizing prescription refills and ordering tests) consistent with Pro Health's policies and procedures
Schedule tests, treatments and follow‑up visits on behalf of patients. Assist patients with identifying suitable outside resources for disease management and other services; refer patients when appropriate
Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and Pro Health policies
As appropriate, conduct outreach to patients in need of appointments or other services, to communicate test results and other information, and to follow up after appointments to ensure patients are following their plan of care
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Currently licensed as an RN in the State of Connecticut
Experience with various software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

BLS/CPR certification
1+ years of RN / LPN experience

The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 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. United Health Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, United Health Group offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with United Health Group, you'll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Optum Care 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.

Optum Care is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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