Optum

Nurse Practitioner Home Care - NJ

Oakhurst, NJ

full-time
Outpatient

Optum NJ, (formerly Optum Tri-State NJ) is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (NP) to join our team in Oakhurst, NJ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim.

Primary Responsibilities:

Position Highlights:

  • Clinician-led, patient centered team-based culture.
  • Joining an established practice that has been serving the local community for over 26 years.
  • Providing full spectrum Home Care services, focusing on value-based care, and supported by a robust team of specialists.
  • Continuity of care, routine follow-up every 4-6 weeks.
  • Clinical Aptitude: Prior experience in providing home care highly preferred. This position requires a high degree of independence/autonomy.
  • Full-time; Flexible Scheduling.
    • 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, flexible day and/or afternoon scheduling options.
    • Clinicians schedule their own patients daily - highly flexible.
    • No on-call requirements.
  • Average patient load = Minimum of 8 to 10 patients per day.
  • Teamwork; Evidence-based Medicine.
  • Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
  • Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.
  • Must be comfortable working independently (but always have Physician support available via phone).
  • Must have consistently reliable transportation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree as a of Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
  • Certified as a through the NCCPA or as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the ANCC and/or AANP
  • Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the State of New Jersey.
  • Active New Jersey CDS license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
  • Active and unrestricted DEA License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
  • Must be CPR certified (or willing to obtain prior to start)
  • Prior/current clinical home care experience
  • Minimum of 1 to 3 years post graduate clinical experience highly preferred (i.e., prior experience in gerontology, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology)
  • Must be willing to travel within the greater Monmouth and Ocean counties areas in New Jersey
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be a highly effective communicator, organized, and able to practice independently

New Jersey Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $109,513 to $147,146 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Posted December 2, 2024