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

UnitedHealth Group•Jackson, MS

5d•$109,500 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Optum Care at Home is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery program that coordinates clinical care for patients in their places of residence. The Nurse Practitioner provides care to high-risk health plan beneficiaries as part of an interdisciplinary team, helping patients navigate the health care system and connect with support services. The program focuses on preventive, in-home care that addresses patients’ physical, mental, and social needs and helps them remain well at home. This role requires daily travel to patient homes within the assigned area of Hinds County, Mississippi. The position does not require nights, weekends, or holidays. The Nurse Practitioner conducts comprehensive assessments, helps manage acute and chronic conditions and short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes, and collaborates with the care team, patients, and caregivers. The role also includes advanced illness and care-planning conversations, counseling and education, and accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

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 and prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain these post-hire, per state regulations, unless prohibited in the state of practice.
Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement if applicable in the state.
Ability to navigate varied environments and to sit, stand, or kneel as needed to perform 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, 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 past medical history, reconciling medications, checking vital signs, and performing physical examinations.
Perform 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.