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

TieTalent; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant for a travel role across Connecticut, focusing on senior care. This position offers clinical management responsibilities with no on-call duties, promoting work-life balance. Competitive salary and bonus available for qualified candidates.

Benefits

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

401(k) options

Qualifications

• Certified APC through a national board.
• Active and unrestricted APC license in Connecticut.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical coverage during PTO or short/long-term absences.
• Manage acute medical situations and chronic conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive, routine, and/or acute care assessments.

Skills

Management of chronic conditions

Clinical assessments

Collaboration with care team

Education

MSN program or Physician Assistant program

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

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

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $25,000 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 innovating in health care by uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that addresses 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 provide care to patients at home, in nursing homes, and assisted living facilities for seniors. This impactful work enhances access to care and support.

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

The SCC program is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery initiative that coordinates clinical care for members in facility settings. The APC within SCC offers care to our highest-risk health plan members as part of an interdisciplinary team. This position offers work-life balance with no on-call, weekends, or holidays required. Travel throughout Connecticut is necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

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

We recognize and reward performance in a supportive environment that offers clear development pathways and opportunities for advancement.

Required Qualifications:

• Certified APC through a national board
  • For NPs: Graduate of an accredited MSN program and board certified by AANP or ANCC, with preferred certifications as ANP, FNP, or GNP
  • For PAs: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and NCCPA certified
• Active and unrestricted APC license in Connecticut
• Current DEA licensure or ability to obtain post-hire, as per state regulations
• Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable
• Physical ability to perform assessments, including moving a 30-pound bag
• Reliable transportation
• At least 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with patients having complex behavioral, social, or functional needs
• Knowledge of Geriatrics and Chronic Illness management
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and documentation

**Please Note:** Employees must be in active status and remain in the role for at least 12 months. Leaving the role will terminate student loan repayment benefits. Full loan repayment requires a 36-month commitment within the role.

The salary range is $89,800 to $176,700 annually, based on full-time employment, experience, and other factors. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive programs, stock purchase options, and 401(k).

UnitedHealth Group’s mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system. We are committed to equity, environmental sustainability, and eliminating health disparities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test before employment.