Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Long Term Care Facilities - Arapahoe County, CO

UnitedHealth Group•Greenwood Village, CO

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating an integrated care model to holistically address individuals’ physical, mental, and social needs, helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. The Senior Community Care (SCC) team provides care to patients in their homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities for senior housing, aiming to improve access to care. The SCC program is an integrated care delivery program that coordinates the delivery and provision of clinical care for members. The Advanced Practice Clinician within SCC provides care to the highest-risk health plan members. Optum is rapidly becoming the nation's largest employer of Nurse Practitioners, offering a superior professional environment and significant opportunities to make a difference in patients' lives.

Requirements

For NPs: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure
Active, unrestricted licensure in the state you will be practicing in (or ability to obtain by start date) without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations
Active and unrestricted driver’s license
Access to reliable transportation
Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice)
Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
Ability to navigate varied environments and to position oneself as needed to perform job duties

Nice To Haves

1+ years of clinical experience as an APC (long-term care setting preferred)
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living or home care setting
Experience in meeting the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social and/or functional needs
Understanding of Geriatrics and Chronic Illness
Understanding of Advanced Illness and end of life discussions
Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments, including: Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam
Evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate)
Support members during a short term sub-acute rehabilitation episode
Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD 10 conditions
Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations
Provide patients and caregivers with counseling and education