Regional Traveler - HouseCalls Nurse Practitioner - NM, TX, CO, OK
Listed on 2026-06-05
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $30,000 Sign-on Bonus
This role requires willingness for regional travel to 4 states:
Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and New Mexico, approximately 85% of the time. All travel expenses are covered, and there is likewise a base salary plus multiple incentives.
In this role, you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling is offered where providers can flex their time between 8am-8pm over the 7-day work week. No on-call, no weekends, and no holidays required.
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
- Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately
- Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance
- Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed
- Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care
- Active, unrestricted licensure in the state you currently practice in without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations
- 1+ years of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred)
- Active and unrestricted driver’s license
- Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments
- 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
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 to $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. In addition to your salary, we offer 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).
EqualEmployment Opportunity
Optum Care 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.
Drug‑Free WorkplaceOptum Care is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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