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How much do director optum nursing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for director optum nursing in the United States is $108,675.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Optum Nursing vs Nurse Manager?

AspectDirector Optum NursingNurse Manager
CredentialsRN license, leadership experience, possibly advanced degreesRN license, leadership or management experience often required
Work EnvironmentCorporate healthcare settings, large health plans, or insurance companiesHospitals, clinics, or healthcare facilities
Employer & IndustryOptum/UnitedHealth Group, healthcare industryHospitals, clinics, healthcare providers
Primary FocusStrategic leadership, policy development, program oversightStaff supervision, patient care coordination, daily operations

The main difference between Director Optum Nursing and Nurse Manager lies in their scope and environment. The Director focuses on strategic leadership within Optum's healthcare and insurance settings, while the Nurse Manager handles daily clinical operations in healthcare facilities. Both roles require RN licensure and leadership skills, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Director Optum Nursing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,675 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Optum CA - Mission Hills

UnitedHealth Group

Mission Hills, CA • On-site

$109K - $164K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 23 days ago


UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Optum CA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our team in Mission Hills, CA. 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.
Position Highlights:
  • Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment.
  • Patient volume is 18-20 on average
  • See patients of all ages, newborns to geriatric age
  • M-F, 8am-5pm

Benefits
  • Robust Benefits Package and Bonuses
  • Partnership Program
  • CME Reimbursement and Related Time Off
  • Paid License Renewals
  • Malpractice Coverage
  • Advanced EMR system in place
  • Employee Wellness Program

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:
  • New Grads are welcome to apply
  • Unrestricted CA License
  • CA DEA certificate required prior to start date
  • Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant school
  • EMR Proficiency

Compensation 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.
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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