Nurse Practitioner- SCC- Jackson, MS

About the Role

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental, and social needs. As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) team, you will provide care to patients at home, in nursing homes, or assisted living facilities. This role focuses on improving access to care and connecting patients to create a seamless health journey.

The Senior Community Care (SCC) program coordinates clinical care for high-risk health plan members. As an Advanced Practice Clinician within SCC, you will deliver care to our most vulnerable patients in a professional environment with opportunities to make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exams
• Perform evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing as appropriate
• Support members during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation, including ICD-10 conditions
• Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations
• Provide patients and caregivers with counseling and education

Requirements

• For NPs: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
• For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure
• 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
• Access to reliable transportation
• Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
• Ability to navigate varied environments and position yourself as needed to perform job duties

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Clinician (long-term care setting preferred)
• Experience in geriatric medicine, long-term care, senior living, or home care settings
• Experience meeting the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social, and/or functional needs
• Understanding of geriatrics and chronic illness
• Understanding of advanced illness and end-of-life discussions
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase plan
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Pay

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on factors such as local labor markets, education, and work experience. Compensation may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Schedule

No on-call, no weekends, and no holidays required.