Nurse Practitioner, Columbia and Schuylkill Counties

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $20,000 Sign-on Bonus for Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated in this Program

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the United Health 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) program, we work together to provide care to patients at home in nursing homes, assisted living and 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.

We are fast becoming the nation's largest employer of Nurse Practitioners, offering a superior professional environment and incredible opportunities to make a difference in the lives of patients.

In this role you will have the ability to achieve work‑life balance: no on‑call, no weekends, and no holidays required.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments
• Manage members through an acute medical situation or an exacerbation of a chronic condition, including testing, diagnostics, interventions
• Manage members during a short‑term sub‑acute rehabilitation episode
• 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

• Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program
• Active and unrestricted license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date
• Active Nurse Practitioner certification through a national board:
  • Board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the American Nurses Credentialing Center, with certification in one of the following:
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Adult Nurse Practitioner
    • Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
    • Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post‑hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice) (SCC
  04)
• Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
• Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including moving a 30‑pound bag, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, remaining in a stationary position and positioning self to perform a physical assessment
• Driver's license and access to reliable transportation

• 1+ years of clinical experience in practice (long‑term care setting preferred)
• Experience in 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
• Proficient computer skills including the ability to document medical information with written and electronic medical records

The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 annually based on full‑time employment. Salary is defined as total cash compensation  actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based on experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. United Health Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

In addition to your salary, United Health Group offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.