RN Clinical Lead - Family Medicine Vernon

Overview

Pro Health Physicians (CT), part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a RN Clinical Lead to join our team in Vernon, CT. 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 will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you will have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.

Pro Health Physicians is a physician‑led medical group with 85 practice locations throughout Connecticut serving more than 10% of the state’s residents. We empower physicians and advanced clinicians to better serve patients through enhanced care processes in support of improved patient outcomes. Formed in 1997, Pro Health Physicians has grown to include more than 350 primary care and specialty clinicians and offers select specialty and diagnostic/therapeutic services.

• Triage patients; answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR.
• Conduct outreach to patients in need of appointments or other services, to communicate test results and other information, and to follow up after appointments to be sure patients are following their plan of care, refer patients when appropriate.
• Educate patients regarding their illness or injury and provide instruction regarding self‑management of their condition.
• Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Carry out standing orders.
• Respond to tasks in a timely manner, follow up on overdue orders/worklists and monitor status of critical referrals.
• In coordination with Regional Nurse Managers, maintain oversight of temperature monitoring and complete annual CLIA competencies.
• Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations and company policies.
• Adhere to all patient safety initiatives and infection control regulations.
• Create and manage the clinical team’s schedule including creating assignments for rotating practice duties (CLIA, supply ordering and O2 logs, etc.).
• Lead the team to function in a patient centered environment.
• Assist care team to assure smooth office operation and delivery of excellent service through teamwork.
• Responsible for the daily operations of the practice including scheduling, processes, protocols, practice flow, and provider support.
• Maintains open communication with practice and Regional team members.
• Participate in interviewing and precepting clinical team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Active unrestricted RN licensure in CT.
• 1+ years of nursing experience in a hospital or medical office.
• Experience with electronic health record.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• BSN.
• Experience with charge/clinical lead responsibilities.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Optum Care 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.

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.