WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Registered Nurse, Cardiology to join our team in Fort Worth, TX. 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.

This position is responsible for the day-to-day management of the cardiac rehab department. This role will guide patients through a 12 week exercise program, aimed to reduce cardiac events, improve heart failure outcomes and improve quality of life.  The Registered Nurse coordinates with members of the health care team to educate patients on severity of condition and coordinate complex care needs. The RN acts as an educator, resource, and advocates for members and their families to ensure a maximum level of independence.  This role works in conjunction and collaborates with a multidisciplinary care team, which includes providers, nurses, case managers, social workers, and educators. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Functions independently, utilizing the nursing process to triage member biometric and subjective data and member telephone calls in accordance with approved protocols ensuring safe, quality patient care in the least restrictive care setting Completes patient assessments and relays concerns to appropriate care providers when needed, utilizing sound professional judgment and clinical decision making skills Works closely with specialty and PCP providers and clinic staff to identify members with heart failure related exacerbations and coordinates member visits with specialists / PCP as needed Assesses member or caregiver to determine their understanding of the severity of their disease process and ability to carry out instructions provided by RN or clinic staff Establishes a trusting relationship with members, caregivers, clinic staff and providers through regular communication and follow up regarding patient needs and concerns Utilizes appropriate motivational interviewing techniques necessary for providing effective education and encouraging adherence with recommended healthcare regimen Makes referrals to outside sources Researches specific clinical situations and collaborates with multidisciplinary care team including physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers and other educators/health coaches to assure that a well-coordinated treatment plan is formed Engage patient, family, and caregiver regularly to assure that a well-coordinated treatment plan is put into action and any new needs or concerns are identified in a timely manner Manages patient case load in an efficient and effective manner utilizing time management skills to facilitate the total work process Provides constructive information to minimize problems and increase customer satisfaction Seeks ways to improve job efficiency and makes appropriate suggestions following the appropriate chain of command Enters timely and accurate data into electronic medical record and other applications necessary to communicate patient needs and ensure complete documentation of patient visits and phone calls Performs all other related duties as assigned

In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors’ offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We’re innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

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:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or Associate’s degree in Nursing combined with five or more years of experience Current, unrestricted RN license to practice in the applicable state of employment 2+ years of diverse clinical experience caring for acutely ill patients with multiple disease conditions 1+ years of cardiac, medical-surgical and/or critical care experience as a Registered Nurse Experience related to patient education and/or motivational interviewing skills Proficient in PC software computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and other departmental specific programs/applications Proven excellent verbal and written skills Proven planning, organizing, conflict resolution, negotiating and interpersonal skills Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams Proven independent problem identification/resolution and decision making skills Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks, demands simultaneously Ability to travel occasionally

Preferred Qualifications:

CCU/ICU experience Cardiology experience BSN degree with current, unrestricted RN license to practice in the applicable state of employment Experience working with geriatric patient population Bilingual (Spanish) language proficiency

Physical & Mental Requirements:  

Ability to lift up to 10 lbs  Ability to push or pull heavy objects >25 lbs with assistance  Ability to sit for extended periods of time  Ability to stand for extended periods of time  Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery  Ability to properly drive and operate a company vehicle  Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing  Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving 

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 salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually 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.