Nurse Practitioner - Hospice
About the role
At St. Croix Hospice, we believe in the power of compassionate care. Like the river that inspired our name and takes great skill to navigate, St. Croix Hospice guides patients and their families through the end-of-life journey. The Nurse Practitioner plays a key role in supporting patients and their families during advanced illness by providing skilled medical care and calm, compassionate guidance. They help families understand care options and what to expect, supporting decisions that reflect the patient’s values and goals. Through oversight of medications, treatments, and recertifications, the Nurse Practitioner helps ensure continuity of care, allowing families to focus on comfort, dignity, and meaningful time together.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive medical care for terminally ill patients, including assessments, diagnostic interpretation, and individualized care plans.
- Prescribe medications/treatments, complete hospice recertification face-to-face assessments, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and physicians to manage symptoms and maintain continuity of care.
- Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers on end-of-life care, including medical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to HIPAA standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills; proficient in electronic health records.
Requirements
- Must have current Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the state(s) of practice.
- Degree from an accredited NP program required.
- Minimum two years of RN experience; hospice or palliative care experience.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automobile insurance, and ability to pass background and drug screening required.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance.
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
Pay
The starting salary range for this role is $120,000-$150,000 annual base salary. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets. The total compensation package may also include employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plans.
Schedule
8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday.