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LPN, Adult Medicine - Las Vegas, NV

Optum, Las Vegas, NV, United States


Sign On Bonus
$4,000 Sign on Bonus For External Candidates

Position Overview
Optum NV is seeking a LPN, Adult Medicine to join our team in Las Vegas, 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. You will 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.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

No weekends, nights or holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

Collection and documentation of patient information to include vital signs, chief complaint, review of medications, allergies, health risk screen information, status of extended care benefits and other services

Provide clinical intervention such as drug administration, treatments, and procedures as ordered by provider and within scope of practice

Assist with phone calls and messages

Determine best actions and collaborate with team to assign accountabilities to resolve

Participate in monitoring patients with chronic disease and extended care benefits including verification of eligibility and status of services

Anticipate provider needs for patient exam or treatment in collaboration with RN

Assist RN with the coordination and completion of patient care plan

Assist coworkers with duties when requested to include training of medical assistants and assisting in areas as needed

Compliance requirements such as laboratory QC management, waive testing, maintenance of crash cart and narcotic count as well as other requirements dictated by clinic needs

Gather medical information as needed to present cases to ITDs as required

Other responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Current, unrestricted NV LPN license or temporary NV LPN license with the ability to obtain permanent NV LPN license upon expiration of temporary NV LPN license

Current CPR/BLS certification

1+ years of clinical experience as a LPN

Preferred Qualifications

Electronic medical records (EMR) experience

Immunization and injection experience

Charge or leadership experience

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). 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.

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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