Bachelor of Science (BSN) degree from an accredited School of Nursing
Master of Science (MSN) degree from an accredited School of Nursing
Minimum of five years of clinical experience
Valid RN and Nurse Practitioner licenses in good standing
Preferred experience in Home Health or Hospice/Palliative Care
Valid driver's license required for travel to patient homes
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, patient-centered hospice care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and manage complex symptoms and medications
Develop individualized care plans aligned with patient goals and end-of-life preferences
Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers in clinical decision-making
Ensure accurate and compliant EMR documentation through critical thinking
Work independently while having support from the team
Travel to patient homes within assigned territory
Benefits
Generous PTO
401(K) with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through Purdue University partnership
Full Job Description
Job Title
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
Location
New Kensington, PA, USA
Additional Location(s)
Employee Type
Employee
Working Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
We are hiring aNurse Practitionerfor aHospiceposition providing end-of-life care to patients in their homes in the New Kensington, PA area. This position is eligible for a $ 10,000first year success bonus to reward the accomplishment of key milestones during your first year!
What You99ll Do:
Provide compassionate, patient-centered hospice care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and families
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, manage complex symptoms and medications, and develop individualized plans of care that align with patient goals and end-of-life preferences
Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers through clinical decision-making and care planning while ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant EMR documentation through strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Work independently, but never alone
Travel to patient homes within assigned territory
Designed for Success
Dedicated field education team supporting you from Day 1
Leadership that listens, mentors, and champions your growth
A collaborative culture where your impact is recognized and your feedback shapes improvement
Benefits That Support Your Whole Life
Generous PTO
401(K) with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through our Purdue University partnership
Nurse Practitioner Qualifications
Bachelor of Science (BSN) degree from an accredited School of Nursing
Master of Science (MSN) degree from an accredited School of Nursing
A minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience
Hold, in good standing, a license as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner issued by the state in which you work
Experience in a community based Home Health or Hospice/Palliative Care practice is strongly preferred
Due to the field-based nature of this home hospice position, a valid driver99s license and the ability to spend approximately 20% of your workday driving to and from patient locations are required.
About Kaplan, Inc
Kaplan, Inc. is a for-profit education company that provides educational services to individuals, schools, and businesses. The company offers a range of services, including test preparation, language instruction, and professional training. Kaplan is known for its test preparation services, which include preparation for standardized tests such as the SAT, GRE, and LSAT. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
