General Purpose

The UC RN is an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team who functions in an autonomous manner utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care of patients. The UC RN II must apply current nursing knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills to provide for the well being of the individual and the family. The nurse provides care through assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of nursing care of actual or potential health needs, in accordance with organizational policies and the standards of professional nursing practice while assisting the provider with the treatment and examination of the patient. The RN serves as a resource for internal and external customers by utilizing a number of resources such as established CIGNA policies; protocols and guidelines to ensure delivery of high quality care within the guidelines of CIGNA Healthcare of Arizona Nursing Policies and Procedures. The UC RN II utilizes knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills needed to assess, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age patients.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Provides up-to-date health care advice/education regarding health promotion, illness prevention, and management of disease utilizing nursing assessment data, patient, and family and health team input. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age-specific and educational needs of the patient. Systematically assesses patients' actual or potential health care needs, prioritizes their urgency and uses creative and effective problem solving/decision making while recommending an appropriate disposition. The UC RN II recommends an appropriate disposition giving consideration to the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age-specific and educational needs of the patient balanced with quality self-care options, health care delivery options, and cost effectiveness. Documents nursing assessment, planning, implementation in the patient record. Documentation is timely, legible and in accordance with policy. Evaluates the patients' and family's response to teaching. Documentation includes presenting problem, nursing assessment interventions, education and patients' response to interventions/treatments and education. Makes follow-up telephone calls to patients and makes timely referrals to case/care management as identified within the QI plan and as is necessary and appropriate. Utilizes resources appropriately to provide for the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age-specific and educational needs of the patient. Knowledgeable about health plan education programs, clinical guidelines, facility hours, services and locations, and contractual guidelines. Provides care based on evidence based guidelines. Participates in the education, role development and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families, and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate. Follows OSHA guidelines for handling biological fluids and blood. Uses supplies in a fiscally responsible manner. Responsible for following and promoting department and Health Plan procedures, practices, policies, and guidelines to ensure the safety, security, and general well-being of patients and of co-workers. Contributes to the organization's drive to achieve "Triple Aim" improves the individual experience of care; improves quality and the health of CMG's population, and reduces the per capita cost of care for the population. Improves customer experience and increases access by assisting with efforts such as Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Commitment to Service, and Patient Satisfaction.

• NOTE: The above is not intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be and exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• RN with current unrestricted Arizona license


• Graduate of accredited school of nursing


• BSN preferred


• Current BLS certification


• ACLS and PALS certification within 3 months (90) days of hire.


• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills


• Basic Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong Customer centric.


• Requires critical thinking, communication, decision making, analytical and strong interpersonal relationship skills.


• EKG Rhythm interpretation


• UC or ED experience preferred.


• Pool UC RN II is expected to have all required certifications upon hire.

About Cigna

Cigna Corporation exists to improve lives. We are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Together, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation. When you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you'll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people's lives. What difference will you make?

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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