Job Description:To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a
Hospice Nurse Practitioner with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
As a
Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:
- Complete routine and emergency face-to-face recertification visits for hospice patients, including admissions, transfers, and extended stays.
- Assess patient needs, document findings, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to manage symptoms and support the Plan of Care.
- Provide bedside palliative care, education, and physical and emotional support to patients and families during periods of crisis.
- Triage patient needs based on acuity and help prevent avoidable hospitalizations by addressing care needs in the home.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records, clinical documentation, billing, and coding in accordance with CMS and regulatory guidelines.
- Collaborate with the Medical Director, attending physicians, branch leadership, and interdisciplinary team to coordinate quality patient care.
- Provide training and continuing education to clinical staff to support effective hospice and palliative care.
- Assist in developing clinical practice guidelines and standards that promote high-quality palliative care.
What is Required?- Current licensure in the state of practice as a Nurse Practitioner and maintain such licensure in accordance with applicable laws and regulations
- Master's degree in nursing and certification through a national Nurse Practitioner Licensing board
- 1+ years of clinical nursing experience
- Maintain active DEA certification if state allows prescription of controlled substances by APPs
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
- Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations
- 1+ year post-graduate clinical nursing experience in the hospice and palliative care field preferred
- Prior experience in Family Medicine, Geriatrics and psychiatry preferred
What's in it for you? - Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance
- 401(K) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
- Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
- Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.
* Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.
Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits
