Current New York State license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Degree from an accredited NP program
1+ years of experience as an NP
Previous experience in hospice or home care is a plus
Proficient in using computer technology and electronic medical records
Access to reliable transportation for home visits
Responsibilities
Provide nursing care to terminally ill hospice patients
Assist families in home care situations and during bereavement
Conduct patient encounters to assess eligibility for hospice services
Collaborate with the hospice team to deliver comprehensive care
Ensure comfort and dignity for patients throughout their care journey
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a compassionate, patient-centered environment
Engagement in a unique not-for-profit program
Supportive team atmosphere focused on quality end-of-life care
Potential for professional growth in hospice and palliative care
Flexible scheduling to accommodate home visits
Full Job Description
Hospice Nurse Practitioner
Full-Time
Parker Jewish Institute Comprehensive Community Hospice is seeking dedicated and compassionate full-time Nurse Practitioner to join our team. We want to speak with naturally caring, empathetic NPs who are focused on providing the best quality of end-of- life care possible for every patient.
The Hospice Nurse Practitioner will be able to provide nursing care to the terminally ill Hospice patient, provide assistance and understanding to the family in the home care situation and in time of bereavement, and work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care. Your role will be to ensure these needs are met by conducting encounters with our patients to determine their initial and continued eligibility for hospice services.
Community and Inpatient Hospice at Parker Jewish Institute provides comfort, relief, and peace of mind to individuals with advanced or life-limiting illness and their families. We are an intimate and unique not-for-profit program that provides personalized care to ensure the comfort, enhance the quality of life, and preserve the dignity of our patients.
Position Qualifications
Current New York State license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Degree from an accredited NP program
1+ years of experience as an NP
Previous experience in hospice or home care a plus
Able to use computer technology and electronic medical records in the field
Access to reliable transportation and willing to conduct home visits
