Home Health NP: Flexible Scheduling & Sign-On Bonus

Optum; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Bonus potential

Job summary

Optum HouseCalls is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to perform in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage members. The role emphasizes education, care gap closure, and collaboration with primary care providers.

The position offers flexible scheduling, no on-call, no weekends, and no holidays, with a focus on caring for patients in their homes. Licensure, certification, and driving to visit patients are required.

Qualifications

• Active ANCC or AANP certification for NPs, or NCCPA certification for PAs.
• Active, unrestricted state licensure to practice, with license in good standing.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits.
• Ability to navigate varied home environments and perform assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members.
• Document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning.
• Communicate findings to primary care providers to close care gaps.
• Identify urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately.
• Educate members on disease processes, medications and adherence.
• Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed.

Skills

Home visit readiness

Communication skills

Flexibility

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC/AANP) or Physician Assistant certification (NCCPA)

Job description

Optum HouseCalls is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to perform in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage members. The role emphasizes education, care gap closure, and collaboration with primary care providers.

The position offers flexible scheduling, no on-call, no weekends, and no holidays, with a focus on caring for patients in their homes. Licensure, certification, and driving to visit patients are required.