Telephonic Nurse Practitioner (Per Diem) - New York & Massachusetts License Required

Role Overview

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking a per diem Telephonic Nurse Practitioner for after-hours weekend and holiday coverage. In this remote role, you will provide virtual care, guidance, and direction to patients, caregivers, and facility staff within an interdisciplinary care environment.

Schedule & Availability

• Per diem, work-from-home position providing 24/7 coverage including holidays
• Minimum requirement of 4 weekend shifts per month (32 hours in a four-week period)
• Additional availability of at least 12 hours per month
• Required holiday coverage includes one 8-hour summer holiday and one 8-hour winter holiday

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program
• Active and unrestricted license in your state of residence, plus active licenses in New York and Massachusetts (or ability to obtain the second within 90 days)
• Active Nurse Practitioner certification through AANP or ANCC (Family, Adult, Gerontology, or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care)
• Current, active DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire
• Proficient computer skills and experience with electronic medical records
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience as an advanced practice clinician
• Experience working with complex behavioral, social, and/or functional patient needs
• Experience in nursing homes or with seniors in acute care facilities
• Knowledge of geriatrics, chronic illness, and acute disease management