Nurse Practitioner, HouseCalls - Missouri Statewide Traveler

UnitedHealth Group•St. Louis, MO

2d•$109,500 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care’s HouseCalls program delivers preventive care directly to members’ homes. The Advanced Practice Clinician conducts annual in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members. This is a non-prescribing, field-based role focused on improving health outcomes through education, closing care gaps, and collaborating with primary care providers. The position requires travel throughout Missouri approximately 85% of the time; providers may live anywhere in the state, and travel expenses are covered. The role offers flexible scheduling, with providers able to flex their time between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. over a seven-day work week. No on-call duty, weekends, or holidays are required. The role is part of an interdisciplinary care environment that helps patients navigate the health care system and connect with support services. The position includes a base salary and incentives, with compensation generally ranging from $109,500 to $164,000, depending on factors including local labor markets, education, and work experience. A $40,000 student loan repayment or $25,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The employer also describes a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
Active, unrestricted Missouri licensure without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations.
At least 1 year of clinical experience.
Active and unrestricted driver’s license.
Access to reliable transportation to complete home visits.
Ability to navigate varied home environments and sit, stand, or kneel as needed to perform assessments.
If practicing in a state that allows independent practice without a Collaborative Agreement, obtain licensing-board approval if required. Eligible new hires who have not applied must apply within 1 month of starting; those not yet eligible must begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply within 3 months of becoming eligible.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in family, geriatric, or home health care.
Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology.
Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs during home visits.
Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, including reviewing past medical history, reconciling medications, taking vital signs, and performing physical examinations.
Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing, as appropriate.
Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning.
Communicate assessment findings to members’ primary care providers to address gaps in care.
Recognize urgent or emergent situations and intervene appropriately.
Educate members about disease processes, medications, and compliance.
Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed.