Jobs · Healthcare · Arkansas

Nurse Practitioner, HouseCalls - Phillips, Monroe, Lee Counties AR

Optum · Helena–West Helena, AR · 4 wk ago
Healthcare$110k–$164k/yrFull-time

Primary Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, including: past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam
  • Evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate)
  • Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning
  • Communicate findings to members' PCPs to address gaps in care
  • Navigate urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately
  • Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance
  • Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
  • Active, unrestricted licensure in the state you will be practicing in (or ability to obtain by start date) without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations
  • Active and unrestricted driver's license- In addition to a driver's license, access to reliable transportation to complete home visits
  • Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments
  • If you're working in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently (without Collaborative Agreement), you must get approval from your licensing board-if required. New hires who are eligible but haven't applied yet must do so within 1 month of starting. If you're not eligible at the time of hire, you must begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply for approval within 3 months of becoming eligible

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ years of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred)
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology
  • Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as part of home visits
  • Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations

Benefits

Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.

Life

Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life.

Emotional

Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more.

Physical

Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones.

Financial

Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement.

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