Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem - Senior Community Care - Prince George County MD

Optum; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking a CCM Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to provide periodic care to members in various settings. This role involves delivering quality care, managing conditions, and coordinating care plans. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Stock purchase options

401k

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Practitioner through a national board.
• Graduate of an accredited MSN program, board certified.
• Active and unrestricted state license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cost-effective, quality care to assigned members.
• Manage medical and behavioral conditions.
• Facilitate member care plans with involved parties.

Skills

Care Coordination

Communication

Clinical Assessment

Medication Management

Education

MSN from an accredited program

Certified Nurse Practitioner

Job description

$3,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating innovative health care solutions. We are building an integrated care model that addresses physical, mental, and social needs, helping patients access care anytime and anywhere.

As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) product, you will provide care to patients at home, in nursing homes, or assisted living facilities, adding vital support to improve access to care.

We aim to connect care seamlessly across settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are rapidly becoming the nation's largest employer of Nurse Practitioners, offering a supportive environment and opportunities to make a difference. Serving millions of Medicare and Medicaid patients, Optum is the largest health and wellness business in the U.S. and part of UnitedHealth Group. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your nursing career as a CCM Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant on a per diem basis, providing periodic or intermittent care to Optum members.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Primary Care Delivery
   • Deliver cost-effective, quality care to assigned members.
   • Manage medical and behavioral, chronic and acute conditions, collaborating with physicians or specialists.
   • Perform assessments, document findings, and ensure compliance with CMS regulations.
   • Ensure diagnoses are accurately coded and documented.
   • Address all quality elements and conduct medication reviews.
   • Facilitate member care plans with involved parties.
   • Evaluate and revise care plans as needed.
   • Follow practice guidelines established by CCM.
   • Complete mandatory training and travel between care sites is required.

Care Coordination

• Understand and communicate benefits, policies, and procedures.
• Assess the necessity of ancillary services and coordinate care transitions.
• Monitor member needs and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Review treatment responses and optimize care plans for cost-effectiveness.

Program Enhancement Behaviors

• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Promote CCM program growth through stakeholder partnerships.
• Innovate and operate independently.
• Manage scheduling proactively and participate in quality initiatives.

We offer a rewarding environment with clear success metrics and development opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner through a national board.
• Graduate of an accredited MSN program, board certified (AANP or ANCC), with preferred certifications like ANP, FNP, or GNP.
• Active and unrestricted state license.
• Current DEA licensure or ability to obtain.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Availability to work at least 24 hours/month, including off-hours, not exceeding 960 hours/year.
• Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of post-grad experience in Long Term Care.
• Knowledge of Geriatrics, Chronic Illness, and End-of-Life discussions.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and developing positive relationships.
• Adaptability to change.

The hourly rate ranges from $43.17 to $84.95, based on various factors including experience and location. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive programs, stock purchase options, and 401k. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to providing equitable care to all communities.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace, requiring a drug test before employment.