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Shandra Coates

Family Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Virginia Beach, VA Optum
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
7 years at Optum
Connections
184
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Shandra Coates is one of them.
  • 1,724 Nurse Practitioners are based in VA (out of 33,258 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,589 contacts at Optum are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in VA: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $128,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in VA: Vcu Health (56), Inova Health System (40), Carilion Clinic (31).
  • 1% of Nurse Practitioners in VA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 80% of Nurse Practitioners in VA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed August 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University
Doctorate of Nursing Practice
2022
Walden University
Master of Science in Nursing
2019
Old Dominion University
Bachelor's degree
2014
Tidewater Community College
Associate's degree
2012
About Optum
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
optum.com
Professional Overview

Shandra Coates is a Family Nurse Practitioner, currently affiliated with Optum, based in Virginia Beach, VA. As a nurse practitioner, Coates contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Virginia Beach, VA. They have been with Optum for 7 years. Coates holds academic credentials, including Doctorate of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing, from Virginia Commonwealth University and Walden University. Optum operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Virginia Beach, VA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shandra Coates located?
Shandra Coates is based in Virginia Beach, VA. They are currently affiliated with Optum.
What is Shandra Coates's specialty?
Shandra Coates specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Family Nurse Practitioner.
Where does Shandra Coates currently work?
Shandra Coates currently works at Optum. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Shandra Coates's educational background?
Shandra Coates attended Virginia Commonwealth University and Walden University.
How do I contact Shandra Coates for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in VA?
Nurse Practitioners in VA typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $128,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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