Nurse Practitioner - Optum Care at Home - Warren County, Des Moines IA area
Optum, Burlington, IA, United States
Overview
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Nurse Practitioner - Full Time - Warren County area
Home Based Medical Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a Nurse Practitioner to join our team in the Warren County, IA area. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. Home Based Medical Care involves travel to patient residences. As a member of the HBMC interdisciplinary team, you will be integral to delivering home-based medical care within an assigned geography.
As a provider within the HBMC team, you will contribute to our vision to make healthcare better for everyone, collaborating with the PCP, HBMC teammates and consultants, and, when needed, the health plan Medical Director and other health professionals to develop and carry out patients\' goals of care across all phases of the patient journey.
Responsibilities
Practices in accordance with state laws and regulations governing the practice of advanced practice nursing or physician assistants
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, caregivers, and/or their legal representatives, IDT members, PCPs, other collaborating physicians/providers, and facility staff when applicable
Performs an initial comprehensive assessment on all newly enrolled patients and provides ongoing care thereafter. Develops a patient management care plan upon enrollment and updates it as needed when changes in condition warrant or following hospitalization. Meets with patients and/or their legal representatives to review newly developed or modified care plans; involves the PCP or supervising physician in these meetings, when applicable
Completes follow-up and post-discharge assessments according to documented standard operating procedure
Prescribes appropriate diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary acute admissions
Comfortable with basic nursing procedures, including IV placement, blood draws, injections, foley catheters, nasal packing, wound care, etc. New hire and annual skills check/training provided
Consults with hospital, emergency or post-acute clinical team following notification of patient transfer
Educates patients and/or their legal representatives in disease processes affecting patients and ways to manage them effectively, as well as to promote wellness
Provides counsel, support and education to staff as appropriate
Actively participates in ongoing meetings pertaining to patient care and clinical excellence
Implements HEDIS measure campaigns and other quality initiatives to ensure the highest standards of care and to promote the improvement of care management and delivery
On-call for caseload during business hours; participation in clinical after-hours on-call program on a rotational basis
Keeps current on relevant medical and nursing research, technology, and related issues by attending continuing education courses, professional meetings and journal reviews
Perform related duties as necessary and other duties as assigned
Our Home Base Medical Care team collaborates to manage complex patient panels and transform how healthcare is delivered to medically vulnerable community members. We are a growing, purpose-driven, action-oriented, and compassionate team working to dramatically transform healthcare for our communities.
Required Qualifications
Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Current, unrestricted NP licensure in Iowa
Nurse Practitioner must actively hold, unrestricted RN licensure in Iowa
Access to reliable transportation; if you are driving a vehicle, you must comply with all the terms of the Optum Motor Vehicle Safety policy
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics, palliative care, emergency/urgent care, or similar settings
Knowledge of long-term care, community resources and cost-effective alternatives regarding patient care delivery systems
Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 and HCPC codes
Knowledge of clinical standards of care
Awareness of NCQA requirements, CMS guidelines, Medicaid/Medicare contracts and benefit systems
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation generally ranges from $104,500 to $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on factors including local labor markets, education, and experience, with potential increases based on productivity and performance. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (eligibility requirements apply).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace; candidates are required to pass a drug test before employment.
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$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Nurse Practitioner - Full Time - Warren County area
Home Based Medical Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, seeks a Nurse Practitioner to join our team in the Warren County, IA area. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. Home Based Medical Care involves travel to patient residences. As a member of the HBMC interdisciplinary team, you will be integral to delivering home-based medical care within an assigned geography.
As a provider within the HBMC team, you will contribute to our vision to make healthcare better for everyone, collaborating with the PCP, HBMC teammates and consultants, and, when needed, the health plan Medical Director and other health professionals to develop and carry out patients\' goals of care across all phases of the patient journey.
Responsibilities
Practices in accordance with state laws and regulations governing the practice of advanced practice nursing or physician assistants
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, caregivers, and/or their legal representatives, IDT members, PCPs, other collaborating physicians/providers, and facility staff when applicable
Performs an initial comprehensive assessment on all newly enrolled patients and provides ongoing care thereafter. Develops a patient management care plan upon enrollment and updates it as needed when changes in condition warrant or following hospitalization. Meets with patients and/or their legal representatives to review newly developed or modified care plans; involves the PCP or supervising physician in these meetings, when applicable
Completes follow-up and post-discharge assessments according to documented standard operating procedure
Prescribes appropriate diagnostics and interventions to avoid unnecessary acute admissions
Comfortable with basic nursing procedures, including IV placement, blood draws, injections, foley catheters, nasal packing, wound care, etc. New hire and annual skills check/training provided
Consults with hospital, emergency or post-acute clinical team following notification of patient transfer
Educates patients and/or their legal representatives in disease processes affecting patients and ways to manage them effectively, as well as to promote wellness
Provides counsel, support and education to staff as appropriate
Actively participates in ongoing meetings pertaining to patient care and clinical excellence
Implements HEDIS measure campaigns and other quality initiatives to ensure the highest standards of care and to promote the improvement of care management and delivery
On-call for caseload during business hours; participation in clinical after-hours on-call program on a rotational basis
Keeps current on relevant medical and nursing research, technology, and related issues by attending continuing education courses, professional meetings and journal reviews
Perform related duties as necessary and other duties as assigned
Our Home Base Medical Care team collaborates to manage complex patient panels and transform how healthcare is delivered to medically vulnerable community members. We are a growing, purpose-driven, action-oriented, and compassionate team working to dramatically transform healthcare for our communities.
Required Qualifications
Certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Current, unrestricted NP licensure in Iowa
Nurse Practitioner must actively hold, unrestricted RN licensure in Iowa
Access to reliable transportation; if you are driving a vehicle, you must comply with all the terms of the Optum Motor Vehicle Safety policy
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience in primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics, palliative care, emergency/urgent care, or similar settings
Knowledge of long-term care, community resources and cost-effective alternatives regarding patient care delivery systems
Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10 and HCPC codes
Knowledge of clinical standards of care
Awareness of NCQA requirements, CMS guidelines, Medicaid/Medicare contracts and benefit systems
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation generally ranges from $104,500 to $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on factors including local labor markets, education, and experience, with potential increases based on productivity and performance. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (eligibility requirements apply).
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace; candidates are required to pass a drug test before employment.
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