APRN | Nurse Practitioner | Hospice & Palliative Care

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

PTO

Holiday pay

Retirement plan

Life insurance

CEU credits

Volunteer time

Job summary

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced clinical care within our Hospice and Palliative Care program in Topeka, KS. You will evaluate patients, diagnose and treat conditions, and manage complex symptoms to improve quality of life.

The role emphasizes comfort, symptom management, and collaboration with a full interdisciplinary team to align care with patient goals and wishes.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted NP license in Kansas.
• National board certification as Nurse Practitioner.
• Graduate degree from an NP program.
• Current DEA registration and ability to prescribe medications.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience providing direct patient care as NP.
• Strong assessment, clinical decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses.
• Prescribe medications and manage complex symptoms.
• Develop and update individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Guide patients and families on goals of care and treatment options.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Independent practice

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree

Board certification

DEA registration

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Topeka, KS 66606
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

Hospice & Palliative Care

Midland Care Connection’s Hospice and Palliative Care program is dedicated to providing compassionate, holistic care to individuals living with serious or life-limiting illnesses. Our team focuses on comfort, dignity, symptom management, and quality of life while supporting patients and their families through every step of the journey. Through an interdisciplinary approach, Midland Care provides personalized medical, emotional, spiritual, and practical support in the setting that best meets each patient’s needs.

Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced clinical care to patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses, with an emphasis on comfort, symptom management, and quality of life.

The Nurse Practitioner evaluates patients, diagnoses and treats medical conditions, manages complex symptoms, prescribes medications, and develops or updates individualized care plans. They work closely with patients and families to understand goals of care, explain treatment options, and provide guidance throughout the hospice or palliative care journey. The Nurse Practitioner also collaborates with physicians and the interdisciplinary team—including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other care professionals—to ensure care is coordinated and aligned with each patient’s wishes.

Qualifications Required

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner/APRN license in the state of Kansas
• Current national board certification as a Nurse Practitioner through an approved certifying body
• Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current DEA registration and ability to prescribe medications
• Current BLS certification
• Experience providing direct patient care as a Nurse Practitioner
• Strong assessment, clinical decision-making, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary care team
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with serious or life-limiting illnesses
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple patient needs while maintaining accurate clinical documentation

Preferred

• Experience in hospice, palliative care, geriatrics, oncology, or another setting caring for patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses
• Hospice and Palliative Medicine (HPM) certification or willingness to obtain it
• Experience with symptom management, pain management, and end-of-life care
• Experience discussing goals of care and advance care planning with patients and families
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary team
• Familiarity with Medicare hospice regulations and hospice eligibility requirements
• Experience providing care in patients’ homes, long-term care facilities, or other community-based settings

What’s in it for you?

• Health insurance options for employees and dependents
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
• Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
• 403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
• Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
• On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
• Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
• Uniform Allowance Program

Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.