Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

2 weeks ago


Bridgeport, United States Optum Full time
Transforming Care Delivery with Optum

Optum is revolutionizing the healthcare industry by uniting innovative solutions to create an integrated care model that addresses the physical, mental, and social needs of individuals. As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) product, you will play a vital role in providing care to patients at home, in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and senior housing.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop personalized care plans
  • Manage members through acute medical situations, exacerbations of chronic conditions, and short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes
  • Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD-10 conditions
  • Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to provide seamless care
  • Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations to support patients and caregivers
Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program
  • Active and unrestricted license in the state where you reside, or ability to obtain by start date
  • Active Nurse Practitioner certification through a national board, with certification in one of the following: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority, or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice)
  • Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
  • Ability to complete physical requirements of the job, including lifting a 30-pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs, and a variety of dwelling conditions
  • Access to reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of clinical experience in practice, with a preference for long-term care settings
  • Experience in 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
  • Proficient computer skills, including the ability to document medical information with written and electronic medical records

At Optum, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. UnitedHealth Group is 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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