About the role#
This is a 10-week, full-time clinical summer internship starting June 1, 2027. As a Nurse Intern with OptumRx Infusion, you will work alongside experienced RNs and providers to gain hands-on experience in home infusion therapy. You will travel with infusion staff to patients' homes within a designated territory, covering up to 60 miles per day. Mileage reimbursement is provided for this travel.
What you'll do#
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments by analyzing clinical and lab data.
- Develop, implement, and document individual care plans.
- Administer IV therapy medications and manage vascular access.
- Monitor patient progress and report clinical data to providers.
- Learn to document care in electronic medical records.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical and nonclinical teams.
- Provide patient education regarding treatment, disease state, and adherence.
- Participate in enrichment opportunities, including the Day in the Life of a Home Infusion Nurse series and the Enterprise Foundations program.
- Build professional connections through networking and student cohort interactions.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an accredited ADN or RN Bachelor's program with graduation expected within 12 months, or have graduated within 12 months prior to the internship start date.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, throughout the internship.
- Eligibility to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Experience with infusion therapy and knowledge of clinical terminology are preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: Miramar, Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes, and Pembroke Pines, Florida.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship, ranging from $18 to $24 per hour.
About UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealth Group operates as a health care and well-being company based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. It manages two primary businesses, Optum and UnitedHealthcare, to provide health benefits and care services. The company employs over 90,000 people and serves 147 million individuals. Its work involves collaboration with governments, employers, and health care providers.
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