$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $30,000 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) product, we work with a team to provide care to patients at home in a nursing home, assisted living for 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 our team – it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while doing your life's best work.
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.
This growth is not only a testament to our model's success but the efforts, care, and commitment of our Nurse Practitioners.
The Senior Community Care (SCC) program is a longitudinal, integrated care delivery program that coordinates the delivery and provision of clinical care of members in a facility setting.
The APC within SCC provides care to our highest‑risk health plan members and is part of an interdisciplinary team.
In this role you will have the ability to achieve work‑life balance.
Flexible scheduling offered where providers can flex their time over the 7‑day work week.
No on‑call, no weekends, and no holidays required.
Primary Responsibilities
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 codes
Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
Conduct advanced illness and advanced care planning conversations
Provide patients and caregivers with counseling and education
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program
Active and unrestricted license in the state where you reside, or ability to obtain by start date
Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post‑hire, per state regulations (unless prohibited in state of practice) (SCC04)
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
Demonstrated ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable in your state
Demonstrated ability to complete physical requirements of the job including lifting a 30‑pound bag in and out of the car, navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, and sit, stand, and kneel to perform physical assessment
Access to reliable transportation
Full COVID‑19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role.
Candidates located in states that mandate COVID‑19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements.
United Health Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
1+ year of clinical experience in practice (long‑term care setting preferred)
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
Proficient computer skills including the ability to document medical information with written and electronic medical records
Additional Information
New York Residents Only: The salary range for New York residents is $85,000 to $167,300.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.
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).
Employees must be in an active regular status.
Employees must remain in role for a minimum of 12 months from the date of hire/re‑hire/transfer.
If an employee leaves Home and Community, the student loan repayments will cease.
The employee must remain in an Advanced Practice Clinician or Physician role within Home and Community for 36 months to receive the full benefit of the student loan repayments.
At United Health Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
We believe everyone – regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income – deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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