Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner program
Current DEA license as per state regulations
Active nursing license in the state of practice
Current CPR certification
Master’s degree with at least one year of NP experience
Preferred one year of hospice or palliative care experience
Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing
Preferred certification in a specialist area (e.g., CHPN or Geriatrics)
Strong commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
Responsibilities
Provide medical care and manage terminal illness under the supervision of a collaborating physician
Conduct thorough history and physical examinations to evaluate patients' medical conditions
Complete hospice face-to-face visit requirements to assess eligibility for care
Make recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification
Maintain accurate clinical notes for all patient interactions
Communicate effectively with physicians and participate in interdisciplinary meetings
Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
Medical and dental benefits
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
401(k) program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vendor discounts
Full Job Description
Overview
Our Hospice Nurse Practitioners are the heart of our organization who support patients by providing hospice care through evaluation, assessment, diagnosing medical conditions, developing plans of care, and prescribing medication and treatment. We are proud to have some of the best and brightest individuals in the healthcare industry on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. Apply today!
Our comprehensive benefits include:
Medical and dental benefits
Short- and long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
401(k) program
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Vendor discounts
Responsibilities
Providing medical care, palliates and manages terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a collaborating physician
Completing history and physical examinations by evaluating the patient's medical condition and health history
Completing the hospice face to face visit requirements prior to the third and subsequent hospice benefit periods to assess hospice eligibility based
Making recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification and recertification for hospice care
Completing and maintaining accurate clinical notes
Communicating with the physician and participating in interdisciplinary group meetings to meet the medical and emotional needs of the patient and family/caregivers
Ensuring compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Current DEA license, if applicable to state regulations
Current nursing license in state of practice
Current CPR certification
Master’s degree with minimum of one year NP experience
One year hospice or palliative care experience preferred
Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by state of practice
Certification in a specialist area preferred (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) or Geriatrics)
Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
About BrightSpring Health Services
BrightSpring Health Services is a leading provider of comprehensive home and community-based health services to complex populations in need of specialized care. The company offers a range of services, including home health, behavioral health, pharmacy, and personal care, among others. BrightSpring Health Services operates in more than 40 states across the United States and serves over 350,000 patients annually. The company is committed to delivering high-quality care that improves the health and well-being of its patients and their families.
