Nurse Practitioner Per Diem - Senior Community Care - Norfolk, VA

UnitedHealth Group•Hampton, VA

7d•$53 - $79

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. The Senior Community Care (SCC) team provides care to patients in their homes, nursing homes, and assisted-living settings, helping improve access to care and coordinate a seamless health journey across settings. SCC is an integrated care delivery program that coordinates clinical care for members. The Advanced Practice Clinician provides care to the program’s highest-risk health plan members. This per diem position supports patients, including during short-term subacute rehabilitation, and involves assessment, care planning, education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

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 the ability to obtain it by the start date, without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations.
Active and unrestricted driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority, or the ability to obtain it after hire, in accordance with 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 duties.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as an advanced practice clinician; long-term care experience preferred.
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 examinations.
Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate.
Support members during short-term subacute 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.