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Nurse Practitioner - Regional Traveler - Senior Care - RI, CT, ME, NH - Optum

Optum

Newport, RI
10 days ago
$89,900 - $160,600

Job Description

Join Optum's Senior Community Care team as a Nurse Practitioner and provide vital care to patients in home and facility settings. Enjoy no on-call, weekends, or holidays, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of high-risk members across RI, CT, ME, and NH.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical coverage for the primary APC during periods of PTO or absences
  • Manage members through acute medical situations or chronic condition exacerbations
  • Conduct comprehensive and routine assessments
  • Effectively manage acute and chronic medical and behavioral conditions
  • Ensure accurate and complete documentation
  • Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

Required Qualifications

  • 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
  • Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire
  • Ability to gain a collaborative practice agreement if applicable
  • Ability to complete physical requirements including moving a 30-pound bag
  • Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
  • 3+ years of clinical experience in practice (long-term care setting preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ 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
  • Proficient computer skills including documenting medical information

Benefits & Perks

$40,000 Student Loan Repayment or $30,000 Sign-on BonusComprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution