Compassionate Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Bristol Hospice; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Bristol Hospice in Atlanta, GA seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our hospice team on a PRN hourly basis. You will provide medical care, palliate and manage terminal illness, and work under a collaborating physician to adults and children.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to state NP practice. You must have a master's in nursing, current NP licensure, hospice experience, and relevant certification.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Must have current nursing licensure as an NP in the state.
• Must have a master\'s degree with at least 1 year NP experience and 1 year hospice/palliative care experience.
• Must hold accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by the state.
• Certification in a specialty area (e.g., CHPN, Pediatrics, Geriatrics) is preferred.
• Must be a licensed driver with a registered, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care, palliate and manage terminal illness under supervision of a collaborating physician for adults and children.
• Perform history and physical exams, order/interpret tests, diagnose conditions and document findings.
• Develop individualized care plans and coordinate hospice services across disciplines.
• Complete hospice face-to-face visits as required to assess eligibility.
• Provide clinical information to hospice medical director for eligibility decisions and recertification.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to review and revise the plan of care.
• Ensure symptom control through teamwork and adherence to protocols.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical assessment

End-of-life care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner Certification

Job description

Bristol Hospice in Atlanta, GA seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our hospice team on a PRN hourly basis. You will provide medical care, palliate and manage terminal illness, and work under a collaborating physician to adults and children.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to state NP practice. You must have a master's in nursing, current NP licensure, hospice experience, and relevant certification.