Join Our Innovative Healthcare Team and Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of Patients in Dutchess, NY. As a Housecalls Nurse Practitioner at Optum, you will have the opportunity to provide annual clinical assessments to patients in their homes, identifying and reducing health risks, and coordinating follow-up care to improve health and well-being. Our state-of-the-art remote office provides a comfortable and supportive work environment, and we offer a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, as well as a sign-on bonus for external candidates and eligible employees.
As a valued member of our Home and Community Care team, you will be part of a clinician-led care organization that is creating a seamless health journey for patients across the care continuum. Our integrated medical teams are dedicated to bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care, and industry-leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. We are committed to addressing the physical, mental, and social needs of our patients, helping them access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-home assessments on health plan members, including past medical history, review of symptoms, physical examination, medication review, and depression screening
- Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment
- 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 the PCP of potential gaps in care
- Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance
- Comply with all HIPAA regulations and maintain security of protected health information (PHI)
Required Qualifications:
- Active, unencumbered license to practice nursing in the assigned state
- Nurse Practitioner Certification from either the ANCC, AANP, or AACN as Adult, Geriatric, or Family
- 1 year of clinical experience in the highest level of education OR 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
- Access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to client and/or patient sites within a designated area
- Ability to obtain DEA licensure/prescriptive authority post-hire in states where applicable
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Gerontology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, or Endocrinology
- Home care or home visit experience
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate with seniors and their families
- Computer literate and able to navigate the internet
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience
- Sign-on bonus for external candidates and eligible employees
- Comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Diversity and Inclusion: At UnitedHealth Group, we believe that diversity creates a healthier atmosphere. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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