Optum

Nurse Practitioner - Home-Based Medical Care - Wayne and Lenoir Counties, NC

Kinston, NC

$105-145k
full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

HBMC Home Based Medical Care

Wayne and Lenoir Counties, North Carolina

This full time NP role offers a one time $20K sign on bonus

Optum is seeking a full time Nurse Practitioner, 40 hours per week, to join our Home-based Medical Care team in Wayne & Lenoir Counties, NC. Optum is a clinician-led care organization, that is creating a seamless health journey for patients across the care continuum.

As a member of the broader Home and Community Care team, you’ll help bring home-based medical care to complex, chronic patients. This life-changing work helps give older adults more days at home.

At Optum, the integrated medical teams who practice within Home and Community Care are creating something new in health care. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. 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 Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Works as a provider member within the HBMC interdisciplinary team in the direct delivery of home-based medical care of a population within an assigned geography. Dedicated to improving the health and well- being of patients, this position collaborates with the PCP, HBMC interdisciplinary teammates and consultants, and as needed, the health plan Medical Director and other health professionals, to develop and carry out patients’ goals of care in all phases of the patient journey.

Must Have/Required Qualifications:

  • Completion of Nurse Practitioner accredited program
  • Current NP license (North Carolina)
  • Current state RN license
  • Knowledge of long-term care, in home care along with community resources and cost-effective alternatives regarding patient care delivery systems
  • Valid Driver’s license and 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, primary care, home-based medical care, geriatrics or palliative care or emergency/urgent care
  • 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

The salary range for this role is $105,500 to $145,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. 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.

About Optum

Optum is the health care technology and innovation company of the UnitedHealth Group enterprise along with UnitedHealthcare. We’re a global organization that’s evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. With our hands across all aspects of health, we'll provide you with a rewarding career that enables you to grow in the directions that best fit your passions. This is your opportunity to be part of a team that’s dedicated to Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Compensation Details

$105-145k

Location Insights

  • A-

    Access to Parks

  • B+

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • B+

    Cost of Living

  • B

    Commute

  • B-

    Access to Restaurants

  • C+

    Public Schools

  • Total Population

    19,704

  • Median Rent

    $800

  • Median Home Value

    $101,000

  • Median Income

    $35,653

Posted August 27, 2025