The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive hospice care under physician supervision, including patient assessments, care planning, medication management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The role involves evaluating terminally ill patients, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting patients and families through end-of-life care within their homes and communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct history and physical examinations, evaluate medical conditions, and interpret diagnostic results to determine hospice eligibility.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, prescribe medications and treatments, and coordinate hospice services.
• Complete face-to-face visits required for hospice recertification and provide clinical information for eligibility assessments.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, physicians, and community practitioners to review and adjust care plans.
• Communicate with patients, families, and caregivers to educate and support them regarding medical and end-of-life issues.
• Document clinical findings, assessments, medical orders, and care plans accurately in medical records.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, and federal regulations governing hospice services.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain professional development through continuing education.

Compensation

• Compensation model classified as 'Other' with W-2 tax status.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage provided.
• No employer retirement contribution mentioned.

Shift & Schedule

• Schedule details are not explicitly specified in the job post.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Master's degree in Nursing with at least one year of Nurse Practitioner experience and hospice or palliative care experience.
• Current nursing licensure in the state and CPR certification.
• Certification from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing (e.g., CHPN preferred).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and nursing skills as per competency standards.
• Ability to perform prolonged walking, standing, and physical tasks such as lifting and repositioning patients.
• Visual and auditory acuity necessary for clinical assessments and procedures.
• Valid driver's license, insured vehicle, and ability to travel within the community.