Nurse Pract - Care-at-Home-Gainesville- GA

UnitedHealth Group•Gainesville, GA

24d•$109,500 - $164,000•Remote

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care is creating a new integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual’s physical, mental and social needs. The Optum at Home program is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery program that coordinates the delivery and provision of clinical care of patients in their place of residence. The Nurse Practitioner within OAH provides care to our highest-risk health plan beneficiaries and is part of an interdisciplinary team. We are becoming a leading employer of Nurse Practitioners, offering a superior professional environment and opportunities to make a difference in patients' lives.

Requirements

Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
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; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform duties

Nice To Haves

1+ years of clinical experience as an APC (family, geriatric, or home health 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 in-home assessments, including: Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam
Conduct evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate)
Manage members through an acute medical situation or an exacerbation of a chronic condition, including testing, diagnostics, interventions
Manage 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