Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Connecticut State Traveler - Senior Care - Optum

UnitedHealth Group; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Senior Community Care program. This role involves travel across Connecticut and emphasizes a collaborative approach to patient care, focusing on managing health across different settings. Ideal candidates will be certified with experience in clinical environments, particularly with the elderly population, and will contribute to improving access to care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentives and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase options

Retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Certified APC through a national board, preferred in ANP, FNP, GNP for NPs.
• Active and unrestricted APC license in Connecticut.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical coverage for the primary APC during PTO or absences.
• Manage members with acute medical situations or chronic conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and ensure documentation.

Skills

Clinical experience

Patient management

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Accredited MSN program (for NPs)

Accredited Physician Assistant program

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

40, Student Loan Repayment Or $25, Sign-on Bonus for Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated in this Program

This is a travel role covering the State of Connecticut and will require overnight travel. This role comes with great incentives!

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual’s physical, mental, and social needs – helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.

As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) product, we work with a team to provide care to patients at home in a nursing home or assisted living for senior housing. This life-changing work adds a layer of support to improve access to care.

We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Senior Community Care (SCC) program is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery program that coordinates the clinical care of members in a facility setting. The APC within SCC provides care to our highest-risk health plan members and is part of an interdisciplinary team. This position allows for work-life balance: no on-call, no weekends, and no holidays. It requires travel through the state of Connecticut.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical coverage for the primary APC during PTO or absences
• Manage members with acute medical situations or exacerbations of chronic conditions, including testing, diagnostics, and interventions
• Conduct comprehensive, routine, and acute care visit assessments
• Manage acute and chronic medical and behavioral conditions effectively
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD-10 conditions
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

We offer a rewarding environment with clear performance expectations and development opportunities for other roles.

Required Qualifications:

• Certified APC through a national board. For NPs: Graduate of an accredited MSN program, board certified through AANP or ANCC, with preferred certifications in ANP, FNP, GNP. For PAs: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, certified by NCCPA.
• Active and unrestricted APC license in Connecticut
• Current DEA licensure or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations
• Ability to complete physical requirements and perform physical assessments
• Reliable transportation
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with patients with complex behavioral, social, or functional needs
• Knowledge of geriatrics and chronic illness management
• Proficient in electronic medical records documentation
• Note: Employees must be in active regular status and remain in the role for at least 12 months to qualify for student loan repayment benefits, which require a 36-month role commitment within Home and Community.

The salary range for this role is $89,000 to $XXX,XXX annually, based on full-time employment and various factors such as location, experience, and certifications. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentives, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and retirement contributions.

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for all. We are committed to equity, environmental sustainability, and addressing health disparities, especially among marginalized groups.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We are a drug-free workplace; candidates must pass a drug test before employment begins.

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