Nurse Practitioner Home & Clinic - Monroe, LA at UnitedHealth Group Canada

Monroe, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

156000.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Assessment, Documentation, Patient Education, Referral Initiation, HIPAA Compliance, Geriatric Care, Home Care, Electronic Medical Records, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Physical Examination, Diagnosis Identification, Travel Flexibility, Autonomous Work, Safety Precautions, Medical Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At Peoples Health (PH), a UnitedHealthcare Company, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Nurse Practitioner holds primary responsibility to conduct clinical assessment(s) of PH members, documents and codes encounters in the authorized electronic medical record system(s), in an effort to improve our plan member's quality of life and to facilitate optimal health outcomes through cost-effective healthcare. The NP reports to the NP Manager. Primary Responsibilities: Conduct assessments in a variety of settings, such as member homes and clinics, on health plan members with emphasis on accurate and appropriate documentation Responsible for checking vitals, conducting a physical exam that includes monofilament test and foot exam (as appropriate) Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform the PCP of potential gaps in care Educate members on topics such as disease process, medications, and compliance Initiate appropriate referrals Comply with all HIPAA regulations and maintain security of protected health information (PHI) Since all jobs may involve in-home visits, the ability to work autonomously and accommodate extensive travel will be required. You should also be comfortable working with geriatric individuals who may have diverse health conditions in both clinical and nonclinical environments 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: Active, unencumbered license to practice nursing in the assigned state Active Nurse Practitioner Certification from either the ANCC, AANP or AACN as an Adult, Geriatric, Family or Acute Care NP Current BLS certification Valid driver’s license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles with access to reliable transportation that will enable you to travel to member and/or patient sites within a designated area Willing or ability to spend at least 1 hour with a member in their home, when applicable, which may include visits to remote areas and environments with pets or individuals who are tobacco users. The work environment may also involve moderate risks or discomforts that necessitate the use of special safety precautions Willing or ability to lift a 30-pound bag in and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of clinical experience in highest level of education Experience in Gerontology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology or Family Medicine Home care or home visit experience Experience and comfort with clinical documentation utilizing electronic medical record systems Computer literate and able to navigate the internet Proven solid administrative and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively with seniors and their families Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 to $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner conducts clinical assessments of health plan members in various settings, focusing on documentation and coding in electronic medical records. They also educate members on health topics and initiate referrals to improve health outcomes.