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RN Clinic Nurse - Lutz

Optum
401(k)
United States, Florida, Lutz
Jul 01, 2025

$5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates

PTO & 8 Paid Major Holidays

Optum FL is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team in Lutz, FL. 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. 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.

Under the direction of the Provider, the Clinic Nurse provides direct patient care in accordance with Company protocols, established standards of nursing practice, and the FL Nurse Practice Act. Promptly screens patients with signs or symptoms of illness. Works with the clinical team for appropriate treatment, plan of care and disposition. Ensures patient monitoring and follow up. The Clinic Nurse reports to the Center Administrator.

Primary Responsibilities:



  • Assists the Care Manager and Provider in the follow-up management of post-hospitalized or post-emergency room visits
  • Comprehensively screens patients for care opportunities and collaborates with treating physician and/or Registered Nurse to develop care plans that meet patients' needs and result in appropriate quality care
  • Provides condition specific patient education and anticipatory guidance, as well as care coordination, under the guidance of the Provider and/or Registered Nurse
  • Maintains clinical documentation within the medical records assuring compliance within all guidelines
  • Provides health teaching
  • Provides direct nursing care, comfort measures, emotional support to patients
  • Comprehensively screens patients for care opportunities and collaborates with treating physician to identify referrals to care management
  • Executes orders of Provider based on knowledge of cause and effect of order after verifying accuracy
  • Performs selected IV therapy and administers prescribed treatment per Provider order
  • Documents all interventions, responses, and outcomes
  • Uses, protects, and discloses patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
  • Contributes to and supports the corporation's quality initiatives by planning, communicating, and encouraging team and individual. Maintains a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement within job scope
  • Maintains an active nursing appointment schedule for assisting the Provider in the monitoring of members' health care needs
  • Initiates standard emergency procedures until Registered Nurse, Provider or EMS is available
  • Applies principles of asepsis and infection control
  • Compliance with Company's Code of Conduct, HIPAA regulations and the Florida Patient's Bill of Rights
  • Performs other duties as assigned


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:



  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Science
  • Valid Florida RN license
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross) or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment


Preferred Qualifications:



  • 2+ years of experience in Med-Surg, ER, ICU, Acute Care
  • Experience with electronic health records (EHR)


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:



  • Ability to interact and verbally communicate effectively with patients and all levels of personnel in a professional, courteous, and effective manner with excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to multi-task; must possess strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology
  • Knowledge of medical equipment and maintenance. Ability to learn how to maintain medical equipment
  • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
  • Ability to complete a color blindness test
  • Ability to read, speak, write, and understand the English language fluently



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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 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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