Nurse Practitioner - Optum, Care at Home - Des Moines, IA

UnitedHealth Group•Urbandale, IA

9d•$109,500 - $164,000•Onsite

About The Position

Optum Home & Community Care’s Care at Home program provides longitudinal, integrated care to patients in their homes. The Nurse Practitioner (APC) works with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate clinical care for high-risk health plan beneficiaries, help patients navigate the health care system, and connect them with support services. The program focuses on preventive care and helping patients remain well at home. The role includes daily travel to patient homes within the assigned area. The position offers in-home care with no nights, weekends, or holidays. The compensation range is $109,500–$164,000, including base pay and bonus, and an external-candidate sign-on bonus of $10,000 is offered. Compensation may vary based on factors such as local labor markets, education, and work experience, and may increase based on productivity and performance.

Requirements

Active ANCC or AANP certification for Nurse Practitioners 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.
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 duties.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as an APC; family, geriatric, or home health experience is preferred.
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 medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical examinations.
Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate.
Manage members experiencing 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.