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nJob category: Healthcare Delivery, Advanced Practice Clinicians
nAt UnitedHealthcare, 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 optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
nThe 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.
nPrimary Responsibilities:
nnnConduct assessments in a variety of settings, such as member homes and clinics, on health plan members with emphasis on accurate and appropriate documentation
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nnChecking vitals, conducting a physical exam that includes monofilament test and foot exam (as appropriate)
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nnIdentify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the furtherance of treatment
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nnFormulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and the findings of your assessment
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nnCommunicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform the PCP of potential gaps in care
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nnEducate members on topics such as disease process, medications, and compliance
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nnInitiate appropriate referrals
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nnComply with all HIPAA regulations and maintain security of protected health information (PHI)
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nnSince 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
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n nYou'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.
nRequired Qualifications:
nnnActive, unencumbered license to practice nursing in the assigned state
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nn1+ years of clinical experience in highest level of education
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nnActive Nurse Practitioner Certification from either the ANCC, AANP or AACN as an Adult, Geriatric, Family or Acute Care NP
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nnActive or the ability to obtain prescriptive authority post-hire in Louisiana
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nnWilling 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
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nnWilling or ability to move a 30-pound bag in and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations
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nnCurrent BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to employment
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nnValid 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
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n nPreferred Qualifications:
nnnExperience in Gerontology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology or Family Medicine
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nnExperience and comfort with clinical documentation utilizing electronic medical record systems
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nnHome care or home visit experience
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nnComputer literate and able to navigate the internet
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nnProven solid administrative and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively with seniors and their families
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n nCompensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. 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.
nAt 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.
nUnitedHealth 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.
nUnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Worksite address
shreveport, LA, 71150, US
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