Complex Care at Home - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Middlesex Co

Optum; Haddam (CT); On-site; USD 88,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Connecticut. You'll provide home-based medical care, collaborate with healthcare teams, and improve patient health outcomes. This role offers a rewarding environment with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Student Loan Repayment

Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k)

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current state RN/NP or PA license.
• Certification from AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial comprehensive assessments for newly enrolled patients.
• Develop and update care plans as needed.
• Educate patients about disease management and wellness promotion.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Patient Education

Care Coordination

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program

Current state RN/NP or PA license

Certification from AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA

Job description

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $20,000 Sign-on Bonus for individuals who have not previously participated in this program.

Landmark, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Middlesex County, CT. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have access to clinical resources, data, and support from a global organization, enabling you to help your patients live healthier lives. You'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, all while working towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing your community's health while contributing new ideas and initiatives that can improve care for millions nationwide. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be—Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Positions in this role function as provider members within the HBMC interdisciplinary team, delivering home-based medical care within an assigned geography. The role focuses on improving patient health and well-being by collaborating with primary care providers, interdisciplinary teammates, consultants, and, when necessary, the health plan Medical Director and other health professionals to develop and implement patient care goals throughout their journey.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Perform initial comprehensive assessments for all newly enrolled patients and provide ongoing care.
2. Develop and update care plans as needed, especially following hospitalizations or condition changes.
3. Meet with patients and/or their legal representatives to review care plans; involve the PCP or supervising physician when applicable.
4. Perform basic nursing procedures, including IV placement, blood draws, injections, Foley catheter management, wound care, etc. Training provided.
5. Prescribe diagnostics and interventions to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
6. Conduct follow-up and post-discharge assessments per SOP.
7. Consult with hospital, emergency, or post-acute clinical teams following patient transfer notifications.
8. Educate patients and their representatives about disease management and wellness promotion.
9. Participate in meetings related to patient care and clinical excellence.
10. Implement quality initiatives like HEDIS measure campaigns to improve care standards.
11. Be on-call during business hours and participate in after-hours on-call rotations.
12. Stay updated on medical and nursing research, technology, and related issues through continuing education.
13. Practice according to state laws and regulations governing advanced practice nursing or physician assistant roles.

We offer a rewarding environment that challenges you, provides clear success pathways, and opportunities for growth into other roles.

Required Qualifications:

1. Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
2. Current state RN/NP or PA license.
3. Certification from AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA.
4. Reliable transportation and compliance with Optum Motor Vehicle Safety policy if driving.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 2+ years of clinical experience in primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics, palliative, or emergency/urgent care.
2. Knowledge of long-term care, community resources, and cost-effective care options.
3. Familiarity with CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS codes.
4. Knowledge of clinical standards and regulations like NCQA, CMS, Medicaid/Medicare.

Connecticut Residents Only: Salary ranges from $88,000 to $173,200 annually, based on various factors. Benefits include comprehensive packages, incentives, stock purchase plans, and 401(k). Details subject to eligibility.

Note: Employees must be active in their role for at least 12 months; student loan benefits require a 36-month commitment within the role.

Landmark Health, part of Optum, is dedicated to transforming healthcare for the most vulnerable. Our team provides compassionate, home-based care, managing complex patient panels collaboratively. Join us to be part of a purpose-driven, innovative team working to improve healthcare delivery.

Diversity is integral to our success: OptumCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.