<span>LPN - Imaging</span>

Optum - Eugene, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

Eugene, OR

5,001-10,000 employees

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Imaging at Optum plays a crucial role in delivering specialty health care and managing patient care. This position involves preparing patients for examinations, assisting physicians during procedures, and ensuring a high standard of care is maintained throughout the patient experience. The LPN will work within a team to support health equity and quality care for a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Take patient histories and vital signs.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments.
• Ensure all instruments are properly sterilized.
• Provide Pre and Post Operation patient education.
• Monitor patients post procedure.
• Incorporate nursing theory to deliver care.
• Give injections and apply splints and dressings.
• Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and procedures.
• Perform selected nursing and administrative duties.
• Remove sutures.
• Provide minor wound care.
• Maintain the patient file, records and other information.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited nursing school.
• Current Oregon LPN license.
• Healthcare provider level BLS/CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.
• 1+ year of professional nursing experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with surgical procedures.
• Experience with an electronic medical record system.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.