Registered Nurse - OBGYN
Optum, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
Sign on Bonus
$5,000 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates
Compensation and Benefits
We offer excellent compensation, benefits within 30 days that include generous PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for continued career progression. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, all subject to eligibility requirements. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Company Overview
Optum NY is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization changing the way clinicians work and live. Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical, and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum—from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment—across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient‑focused medical care to the entire family via local clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, improving quality outcomes, and driving change through collaboration and innovation.
Role Overview
The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. She or he coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care. The nurse assists physicians or other providers with clinical procedures, performs telephone triage as needed, and participates in patient teaching.
Work Schedule
Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00 am or 8:30‑5:30 pm
Primary Responsibilities
Demonstrates clinical competence in the direct care of patients/significant others in established area of practice, considering developmental differences among patients.
Demonstrates basic knowledge of common disease processes and treatments, including pertinent diagnostic/laboratory testing and medical
ursing interventions; familiar with preventative health measures related to the population served.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient’s individual and family needs at the time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner.
Utilizes evidence‑based approaches with patients/families/caregivers to support self‑management, self‑efficacy, and health‑promoting behavior change.
Collaborates with patients/significant others and other members of the healthcare team to establish goals and priorities to meet patients’ immediate and future needs; actively participates in the care team to ensure that patient needs and preferences are incorporated into the comprehensive plan of care.
Uses population‑specific knowledge and clinical expertise to contribute to the continual assessment and effective management of the health needs of assigned patient populations.
Performs telephone triage with particular emphasis on assessment, problem/priority identification, and decision‑making.
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and technical ability in medication/treatment administration; administers prescribed medications correctly, with knowledge of proper dosage, route, site, and possible side effects.
Provides accurate, up‑to‑date clinical information to patients consistent with professional nursing scope of practice and accepted practice standards, policies, and protocols.
Performs authorized technical procedures competently (e.g., EKG, phlebotomy, starting/monitoring IVs, selected laboratory tests) as may be required in the clinical practice area.
Seeks validation or guidance from physicians or other providers and nurse colleagues when necessary.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Registered Nurse licensed to practice in New York State with current NYS registration and in good standing.
1+ year of clinical RN experience in hospital or ambulatory care.
1+ year of OBGYN or related surgical specialty experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.).
Current BLS certification.
2+ years of recent pertinent professional nursing experience in a hospital, medical office, or other clinical setting.
1+ year of experience as a registered nurse or 2+ years as a licensed practical nurse in a pertinent practice area.
EEO Statement
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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Drug‑Free Workplace
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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$5,000 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates
Compensation and Benefits
We offer excellent compensation, benefits within 30 days that include generous PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for continued career progression. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, all subject to eligibility requirements. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Company Overview
Optum NY is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team in Poughkeepsie, NY. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization changing the way clinicians work and live. Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical, and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum—from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment—across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient‑focused medical care to the entire family via local clinics, surgery centers, and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, improving quality outcomes, and driving change through collaboration and innovation.
Role Overview
The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. She or he coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care. The nurse assists physicians or other providers with clinical procedures, performs telephone triage as needed, and participates in patient teaching.
Work Schedule
Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00 am or 8:30‑5:30 pm
Primary Responsibilities
Demonstrates clinical competence in the direct care of patients/significant others in established area of practice, considering developmental differences among patients.
Demonstrates basic knowledge of common disease processes and treatments, including pertinent diagnostic/laboratory testing and medical
ursing interventions; familiar with preventative health measures related to the population served.
Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient’s individual and family needs at the time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner.
Utilizes evidence‑based approaches with patients/families/caregivers to support self‑management, self‑efficacy, and health‑promoting behavior change.
Collaborates with patients/significant others and other members of the healthcare team to establish goals and priorities to meet patients’ immediate and future needs; actively participates in the care team to ensure that patient needs and preferences are incorporated into the comprehensive plan of care.
Uses population‑specific knowledge and clinical expertise to contribute to the continual assessment and effective management of the health needs of assigned patient populations.
Performs telephone triage with particular emphasis on assessment, problem/priority identification, and decision‑making.
Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and technical ability in medication/treatment administration; administers prescribed medications correctly, with knowledge of proper dosage, route, site, and possible side effects.
Provides accurate, up‑to‑date clinical information to patients consistent with professional nursing scope of practice and accepted practice standards, policies, and protocols.
Performs authorized technical procedures competently (e.g., EKG, phlebotomy, starting/monitoring IVs, selected laboratory tests) as may be required in the clinical practice area.
Seeks validation or guidance from physicians or other providers and nurse colleagues when necessary.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Registered Nurse licensed to practice in New York State with current NYS registration and in good standing.
1+ year of clinical RN experience in hospital or ambulatory care.
1+ year of OBGYN or related surgical specialty experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.).
Current BLS certification.
2+ years of recent pertinent professional nursing experience in a hospital, medical office, or other clinical setting.
1+ year of experience as a registered nurse or 2+ years as a licensed practical nurse in a pertinent practice area.
EEO Statement
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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Drug‑Free Workplace
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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