Nurse Practitioner

Gentiva; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Hospice Nurse Practitioner to join their dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will conduct Face-to-Face encounters, gather vital clinical information, and collaborate closely with hospice physicians to ensure patients receive the best possible care. The organization values the well-being of its staff and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and professional development opportunities. This position not only allows you to make a significant impact on patients' lives but also fosters your growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Mileage Reimbursement

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing and national certification as a Nurse Practitioner required.
• Must have current state licenses as a registered nurse and advanced practice nurse.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments for Face-to-Face encounters within regulatory time frames.
• Communicate clinical findings to the hospice physician for patient eligibility.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Nursing Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Graduate-level Nurse Practitioner Program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

We’re looking for a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to join our team. You will report directly to the Executive Director or Administrator. You will be assigned to a location to perform Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters and be responsible for gathering clinical information to support the hospice diagnosis and prognosis. These findings are then communicated to the hospice physician responsible for certifying or recertifying the patient's hospice eligibility.

The scope of practice for the hospice NP is limited to those tasks necessary to complete hospice F2F encounter visits.

• Performs and completes physical assessments for the F2F encounter within the regulatory time frames established by CMS
• Provides clinical findings, including review of the medical treatment plans, diagnostic tests, lab results, and medication lists to the physician who is recertifying the patient for hospice eligibility
• Makes appropriate recommendations to the IDG based on findings of the F2F assessment
• Notifies hospice agency when unable to complete a F2F visit according to schedule

About You

• Master's or higher degree in Nursing.
• Completion of a graduate-level nurse practitioner education program accredited by a national accrediting body.
• Current state license as a registered nurse
• Current state license or certificate as an advanced practice nurse
• Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner. (ANCC or AANP)
• Must have a collaborative agreement in place.

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace