Nurse Practitioner

Optum; Baker City (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Optum-affiliated Heart 'n Home Hospice seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner for part-time hospice care, focusing on symptom management and patient comfort. You will conduct face-to-face visits, coordinate plans of care with the Hospice Medical Director and referring physicians, and ensure quality documentation.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary teamwork, patient advocacy, and meaningful community impact while offering flexible hours and growth opportunities within a leading healthcare

Qualifications

• National NP certification required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience.
• Active driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospice and palliative care consultations.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop and coordinate individualized plans of care.
• Support patients and families throughout care.
• Ensure thorough clinical documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Compassionate care

Clinical assessment

Education

Certified Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC/AANP/NBCHPN)

Current CPR certification

Job description

Part-time position - Flexible hours

Heart 'n Home Hospice is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to provide palliative, symptom management, and supportive care services for hospice patients. In this role, you will conduct face-to-face patient visits, collaborate with the Hospice Medical Director and referring physicians, develop and coordinate plans of care, support patients and families, and ensure high-quality clinical documentation.

This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping patients live with comfort and dignity while being part of a culture centered on Caring, Connecting, and Growing Together.

Key Highlights:

• Provide hospice and palliative care consultations
• Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
• Support patients and families through individualized care plans
• Make a meaningful impact in the communities you serve
• Join an Optum-affiliated organization with opportunities for growth and development

What You'll Bring:

• National certification (ANCC, AANP, NBCHPN, or equivalent)
• Current CPR certification
• 5+ years of nursing experience
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within an interdisciplinary care team
• Clinical experience in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, intensive care, or palliative care
• Palliative Care ARNP experience preferred

Why Join Us?

You’ll be recognized and rewarded for your contributions while working in a supportive environment that offers clear expectations, professional growth, and opportunities to explore new career paths within a leading healthcare organization. This role provides the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients and families while building a rewarding career with a company committed to helping people live healthier lives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.