In-Home Nurse Practitioner — Flexible Schedule, No Weekends

Optum; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to perform in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members. This field-based role emphasizes education, gap closure, and collaboration with PCPs to improve health outcomes.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive home visits, documenting diagnoses, and coordinating referrals while addressing social determinants of health. Flexible 8am-8pm scheduling is offered.

Qualifications

• Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care.
• Current NCCPA certification and state licensure.
• Active, unrestricted licensure in the state you will be practicing in (or ability to obtain by start date).
• Active and unrestricted driver's license with access to reliable transportation for home visits.
• Ability to navigate varied home environments and perform assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments including medical history, medication reconciliation, vital signs and physical exam.
• Document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning.
• Communicate findings to members' PCPs to address gaps in care.
• Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately.
• Educate members on disease processes, medications and adherence.
• Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed.

Education

ANCC or AANP certification in Family/Adult/Geriatric Primary Care or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care

NCCPA certification and state licensure

Active, unrestricted licensure in practicing state

Driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits

Job description

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP or PA) to perform in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members. This field-based role emphasizes education, gap closure, and collaboration with PCPs to improve health outcomes.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive home visits, documenting diagnoses, and coordinating referrals while addressing social determinants of health. Flexible 8am-8pm scheduling is offered.