Nurse Practitioner | Telehealth Primary Care | Optum Medical Group

UnitedHealth Group•Overland Park, KS

3d•$109,500 - $164,000•Remote

About The Position

Optum Medical Group is seeking an NP to join our team serving Kansas, Missouri, Ohio and Indiana. Optum is a clinician-led care organization, that is creating a seamless health journey for patients across the care continuum. At Optum, we provide additional services that augment the work done by primary care teams by providing additional capacity to help patients manage their current situations. We are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it’s your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Highlights Improve the quality of health for Medicare Advantage members across the states served by helping to monitor and manage the members alongside the primary care teams. Use audio and visual technology to complete patient examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment. Documenting/Charting patient information in line with current policies and procedures. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm CST

Requirements

Master’s degree (MSN) and certification by one of the Nurse Practitioner certifying bodies (ANCC or AANP) as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Active DEA license with no restrictions in 1 State
Must Reside in one of the following States – KS, MO, WI, IN, OH, VA, NC, TN, SC, GA
Minimum of three (3) years of in person clinical NP experience (post-graduation)
Able to apply for Autonomous Nursing Privileges based on State Regulations
Must have access to high-speed internet and phone lines.

Nice To Haves

Previous Experience with Epic.
Multiple Licenses in the following States preferred (KS, MO, WI, IN, OH, VA, NC, TN, SC, GA) with ability to obtain.
Experience in managed care environment.
Experience working in a virtual setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and comprehensive physical exam
Patients will be seen via telemedicine visits
Perform evidence-based practice screenings including point of care testing (as appropriate)
Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment
Perform transition of care visits for patients recently discharged from acute or post-acute settings
Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment
Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform member’s PCP of potential gaps in care
Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately
Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance