Telephonic Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time) - CT or RI License Required
UnitedHealth Group is seeking a part-time Telephonic Nurse Practitioner for a remote role requiring CT or RI licensure. The position involves providing 24/7 after-hours virtual urgent care and care coordination.
Job Description
Role Overview
- Position: Telephonic Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time, 20 Hours)
- Employer: UnitedHealth Group / Optum Home & Community Care
- Location: Remote (U.S.) - CT or RI License Required
- Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 for external candidates
Scheduling & Availability
- 24/7 coverage model including evenings, nights, rotating weekends, and holidays
- Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week
- Every other weekend coverage (8-12 hour shifts)
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide telephonic and telehealth acute care to members across various settings
- Manage medical, behavioral, chronic, and acute conditions collaboratively
- Perform comprehensive assessments and document findings in EMR compliant with CMS regulations
- Coordinate care during transitions and facilitate advanced care planning conversations
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program
- Active Nurse Practitioner license in CT or RI
- Board certification through AANP or ANCC (FNP, ANP, GNP, or AGACNP)
- Current active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire
Requirements & Skills
Specialty
Family Practice
Education
Master
Licenses
APRNDEACT-RNRI-RN
Certifications
FNPANPGNPAGACNPBLS
Skills
TelehealthTelephonic CareUrgent CareCare CoordinationGeriatricsChronic Disease ManagementEMR DocumentationCMS Regulations