Nurse Practitioner PRN

About the role

Legacy Hospice is currently hiring Per Diem dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioners to deliver exceptional patient care in and around the Winchester Area. As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner with us, you'll play a vital role in providing comprehensive hospice care.

At Legacy Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Compassionate Medical Care: Provide comprehensive medical care, palliate, and manage terminal illnesses, ensuring strict compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Collaborate for Holistic Patient Care: Consult with the patient's attending physician, the hospice medical director, and other healthcare practitioners to assess eligibility for hospice care.
• Coordinate and Oversee Patient Care: Review clinical information and seamlessly coordinate and oversee patient care in collaboration with the hospice interdisciplinary team and other healthcare practitioners.
• Educate and Counsel: Engage in patient and family education and counseling. Address preventative care, medical problems, psychological issues, and spiritual concerns.
• Recommendation for Certification and Recertification: Provide valuable input to the Hospice Medical Director by making recommendations regarding patient eligibility for initial certification and recertification for hospice care.
• Stay Informed and Compliant: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current Medicare/Medicaid, state, and federal rules and regulations for hospice services.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience as an RN or NP preferred.
• Holds current unencumbered license in the State of Practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
• Certification in a specialist area preferred; (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN), Pediatrics or Geriatrics)
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, articulating complex problems if they arise.
• Must be computer proficient in typing and various programs, including background in EMR.
• Possesses and maintains CPR certification if required by state.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
• A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
• Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
• Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
• Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure you have a smooth transition into our team

Pay

Per Diem Nurse Practitioners are paid $130 per visit.

Schedule

Schedule: Per Diem Territory: Clarke, Frederick, Warren and Shenandoah County