Per Diem or Per Assessment Nurse Practitioner Housecalls - Kitsap County, WA

UnitedHealth Group; Bremerton (WA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner to join a dedicated team providing in-home assessments to improve patient health outcomes. This role offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives by delivering compassionate care in their own homes. You will conduct thorough evaluations, coordinate follow-up care, and educate patients on their health. Join a forward-thinking team that values work-life balance and is committed to enhancing the health journey of vulnerable populations. This is your chance to contribute to a meaningful mission while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Incentive and Recognition Programs

401k Contribution

Equity Stock Purchase

Qualifications

• Active NP license required and must be unencumbered.
• National certification in relevant fields is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments and evaluate medical history.
• Educate members on disease processes and medication compliance.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Clinical Judgment

Medication Reconciliation

Communication Skills

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Education

Active NP License

ANCC or AANP Certification

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Per Diem or Per Assessment Nurse Practitioner Housecalls - Kitsap County, WA New

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated in this Program

Flexible provider schedules available at least 10 hours per week!

Optum is seeking a Per Diem or Per Assessment Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our HouseCalls team in Kitsap County, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization, that is creating a seamless health journey for patients across the care continuum.

As a member of the broader Home and Community Care team, you’ll provide annual clinical assessments to patients in the comfort of their homes. This important preventive care helps identify and reduce health risks for patients, in addition to coordinating appropriate follow-up care to improve health and well-being.

At Optum, the integrated medical teams who practice within Home and Community Care are creating something new in health care. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We’re connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it’s your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

In this role you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling offered where providers can flex their time over the 7-day work week. No on-call, no weekends and no holidays required.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-home assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and comprehensive physical exam.
• Perform evidence-based practice screenings including point of care testing (as appropriate).
• Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment.
• Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment.
• Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform member’s PCP of potential gaps in care.
• Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately.
• Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Active NP license or ability to obtain by start date. Licensure must be unencumbered, free of any open/unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice.
• Active ANCC or AANP national certification in Family, Geriatrics, Adult, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care certification, or the ability to obtain national certification and/or NP license in state of assignment by start date.
• Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including lifting a 30-pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, and sit, stand and kneel to perform physical assessment.
• Reliable transportation to complete home visit assessments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• May be requested to obtain additional licensure in other geographic areas.
• 1+ years of clinical experience in their highest level of education, clinical setting.
• Experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology.
• Home Health care or home visit experience.
• Ability to travel throughout the state, beyond your assigned region, up to 5% of the time. Based on business needs with advanced notice, eligible for additional compensation incentives.
• Fluency in Spanish, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Polish, or other language.

This role’s wage is based on a per visit amount that falls in the range of $90 to $155, and actual earnings will vary based on number of visits performed. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

**PLEASE NOTE** Employees must be in an active regular status. Employees must remain in role for a minimum of 12 months from the date of hire/rehire/transfer. If an employee leaves Home and Community, the student loan repayments will cease. The employee must remain in an Advanced Practice Clinician or Physician role within Home and Community for 36 months to receive the full benefit of the student loan repayments.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.