RN Team Lead Oncology

Optum NV is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team in Henderson, NV. 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.

The Registered Nurse (RN) team lead is responsible for shift supervising the nurses while providing patient care and ensuring patient health through the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to staff, patients, friends, and families.  This position reports to the RN supervisor and works collaboratively to meet and improve organizational and program goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Double check Medications pulled in the am by the techs
• Create appropriate nursing assignment based on patient acuity
• Forward OCCCPA team any patients identified by the pharm techs that have no auth in place (call and reschedule patients who will not have auth in place in time for tx)
• Set up schedule for the next day
• Check E kit daily, restock as necessary
• Ativan log BID
• Check hazardous waste room and document weekly in Veolia book
• Help with phone calls and task queues for all clinics
• Be available to provide assistance to nurses as needed
• Trouble shoot various issues that during the day
• Ensure all staff takes a 30 mins lunch break, provide coverage as needed
• Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols
• Assist with getting orders signed by MD
• Order or ensure infusion room supplies are ordered bi-weekly
• Work with and train student nurses
• Scan the superbills from the previous day
• Scan treatments held to pharmacist at end of day
• Ensure nurses are calling and documenting the no shows assigned to them for the day
• Provide infusion room numbers breakdown for huddle each day
• Provides support in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the staff’s diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity, and rights
• Helps with phone calls and task queues for all clinics
• Floats to other clinics to support staffing and clinic needs
• Other duties as assigned

Maintains current competency in nursing specialty by attending educational workshops reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

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:

• High School or diploma or equivalent
• Active unrestricted RN license in the State of Nevada
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification within 6 months of hire
• Experience hanging chemo, pre-meds and IV treatments
• Expert in Vascular Access, patient assessment, chemo regimens and understanding of safe patient parameters for receipt of treatment
• Proven solid written/verbal communication skills
• Proven demonstrates solid clinical and people skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast paced, high-volume environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• OCN certification
• BLS certification
• 2+ years of Oncology experience

Working Conditions:  

• No restrictions on standing, lifting 25#, walking, pushing, pulling in a patient care setting or perform these tasks with reasonable accommodation

Nevada Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $33.75 to $66.25 per hour. 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.