NP / Nurse Practitioner - Hospice

About the role

Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide expert, patient-centered care. The role includes patient assessments, symptom management, advance care planning, and ensuring care aligns with patients' values and goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate medical care and symptom management
• Perform assessments, order / interpret diagnostic tests, and develop care plans
• Prescribe medications, manage treatments, and coordinate hospice services
• Conduct and document face-to-face visits for eligibility and recertification
• Collaborate with physicians and IDT team to align care with patient goals
• Participate in care planning and coordinate with team and external providers
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance regulation
• Educate patients & families on medical, emotional, and spiritual needs
• Contribute to quality improvement efforts and professional development
• Serve as a clinical resource and liaison to community partners

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner program
• Master’s degree with a minimum of one year NP experience
• One year of NP experience or one year of RN hospice experience
• Minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience preferred
• Current nursing license in the state of practice
• Current DEA license (if applicable to state regulations)
• Current CPR certification
• Certification from an approved advanced practice nursing certifying body, as required by the state
• Nurse Practitioner Certification in Gerontology, Adult, or Family (preferred)
• Excellent observation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and mathematical skills
• Proficient in nursing skills as outlined in the competency checklist
• Demonstrated ability to counsel and communicate effectively with patients and families regarding end-of-life issues
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more

About Our Line of Business

We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. We are grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams.