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LPN Per Diem - Kelsey Seybold Clinic: Gulfgate

Optum, Houston, TX, United States


Primary Responsibilities
Per Diem LVN I

The vocational nurse provides nursing care to patients in an assigned clinical area, under the supervision of a Nurse Supervisor, or Nurse Coordinator

The LVN applies clinical nursing knowledge and utilizes demonstrated skills to ensure the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational and professional standards

The LVN identifies priorities and makes judgments concerning the basic needs of multiple patients to organize care

Per Diem LVN II

Includes all duties of a Per Diem LVN I

Per Diem LVN III

Includes all duties of a Per Diem LVN I/II

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 (All Levels)

Graduate from an approved vocational nursing program

Current and valid Texas LVN license

BLS through the American Heart Association

6+ months in a clinical area or successful completion of a KSC LVN Residency program

Able to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population for the assigned clinical area. Computer experience

Preferred Qualifications
For Per Diem LVN II

4+ years of experience in a clinical area (Licensed Vocational Nurse II)

For Per Diem LVN III

9+ years of experience in a clinical area (Licensed Vocational Nurse III)

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.

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