Nurse Practitioner-PRN

About the role

As the Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you will provide consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician.

Responsibilities

• Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director
• Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
• Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director

Required Qualifications

• Active unrestricted license in the state of residence
• Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
• Current certification by a national body such as ANCC, NBCHPN, or AANP
• 5+ years nursing experience
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team
• Clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, or intensive care
• Palliative Care ARNP

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $46.00 to $69.00 per hour based on full-time employment.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).