Full-time Nurse Practitioner, Long Term Care - Travis and Williamson Counties, TX

UnitedHealth Group•Waco, TX

8d•$109,500 - $164,000

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is building an integrated care model that addresses patients’ physical, mental, and social needs. As a member of the Senior Community Care (SCC) team, the Nurse Practitioner provides care to patients in nursing homes, senior housing, and assisted living settings, helping improve access and coordinate care across settings. SCC coordinates clinical care for its members, and its Advanced Practice Clinicians care for the highest-risk health plan members. This role conducts comprehensive assessments, supports members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation, collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team, and provides counseling and education to patients and caregivers. The position covers Travis and Williamson Counties, Texas. No on-call, weekend, or holiday work is required.

Requirements

Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
Active, unrestricted Texas licensure, or ability to obtain it by the 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 it post-hire, per state regulations, unless prohibited in the state of practice.
Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in the state.
Ability to navigate varied environments and position oneself as needed to perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as an advanced practice clinician, preferably in a long-term care setting.
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living, or home care.
Experience 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 reviewing past medical history, reconciling medications, taking vital signs, and performing physical exams.
Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate.
Support members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes.
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 counseling and education to patients and caregivers.