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Optum

Nurse Practitioner (Per Diem)

Optum, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814


Xplor Counseling is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Per Diem to join our team in Honolulu, HI. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while

Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will interact directly with patients in an outpatient clinical setting and work as part of a collaborative team to provide exceptional behavioral health care

Primary Responsibilities:Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients presenting with various mental health concerns; utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plansDeliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needsPrescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomesProvide patient education regarding medication regimens, potential side effects, and adherence strategiesCollaborate closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other treatment team members to ensure coordinated and integrated careMaintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in electronic medical records (EMR) systems, including assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and medication management records

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, clear certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from a nationally recognized accrediting body/ license in state of practiceBoard Certification as a free-standing Mental Health NP with no collaboration neededCurrent and active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration for prescribing controlled substancesExperience working with a wide range of clinical presentationsAbility to provide psychiatric assessment and solid diagnostic & evaluation skillsAbility to provide patient education, specifically regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare servicesAbility to counsel patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings, if needed

Preferred Qualifications:2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient settingExperience working with patients in different age groups, including older adultsExperience working with couples or family counselingExperience with health psychologyExperience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)Expertise in treatment of substance addiction and co-occurring disorders

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Hawaii Residents Only:

The hourly range for

this role

is $42.31 to $83.27 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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