Registered Nurse ProHealth - 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 – 5:00PM. 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(as applicable): Height and weight, Temperature, Blood pressure, Head circumference, Current medications and Chief complaint and history Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with ProHealth’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 ProHealth’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 ProHealth 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 be sure patients are following their plan of care Perform other duties as assigned ProHealth Physicians is Connecticut's leading community-based medical group. Formed in 1997, we have primary care offices in every county. Our 300+ doctors and advance practice clinicians care for children and adults of all ages. We also have in-house imaging and clinical lab services. Traditional medicine treats people when they're sick. Instead, we focus on preventing diseases. Our goal is to give our patients — and their communities — the tools they need to be and stay well. This is how we help people live healthier lives. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone. 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

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Currently licensed as a 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. 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. 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.