Compassionate Hospice Nurse Practitioner

BrightSpring Health Services; Scottsboro (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver compassionate hospice care, perform evaluations and manage medical needs under a collaborating physician.

You will complete histories and physicals, assess eligibility for hospice services, and contribute to plans of care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with a dedicated team, and ongoing professional support.

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

Job description

Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver compassionate hospice care, perform evaluations and manage medical needs under a collaborating physician.

You will complete histories and physicals, assess eligibility for hospice services, and contribute to plans of care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with a dedicated team, and ongoing professional support.