Nurse Practitioner, Optum Care at Home - Washington County, MS

UnitedHealth Group•Indianola, MS

5d•$109,500 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Optum Care at Home, part of Optum Home & Community Care, provides longitudinal, integrated care to patients in their homes. The Nurse Practitioner works within an interdisciplinary team to coordinate and deliver clinical care to high-risk health plan beneficiaries, helping patients navigate the health care system and connect with support services. The program focuses on preventive care and addressing patients’ physical, mental, and social needs so they can remain well at home. This role involves daily travel to patient homes within the assigned area. The position offers in-home care with no nights, weekends, or holidays. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates. Compensation generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000, with total cash compensation including base pay and bonus. Pay depends on factors such as local labor markets, education, and work experience, and may increase based on productivity and performance. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

For Nurse Practitioners: active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
Active, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice, 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 in addition to a driver’s license.
Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain it after hire, per state regulations, unless prohibited in the state of practice.
Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in the state of practice.
Ability to navigate varied environments and to sit, stand, or kneel as needed to perform job duties.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as an advanced practice clinician, preferably in family, geriatric, or home health care.
Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living, or a home care setting.
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 in-home assessments, including reviewing medical history, reconciling medications, taking vital signs, and performing physical examinations.
Conduct evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing, as appropriate.
Manage members through acute medical situations or exacerbations of chronic conditions, including testing, diagnostics, and interventions.
Manage 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.