Compassionate Nurse Practitioner - In-Home Hospice (Per-Diem)

Pacific Crest Hospice; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Crest Hospice in Ventura County, CA is seeking compassionate Nurse Practitioners to join our patient-first team. We offer flexible per-diem schedules and competitive pay, with accreditation and rapid growth in Ventura County.

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will perform face-to-face evaluations, manage pain and symptoms, coordinate hospice services across care settings, and educate patients and families on care options.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure and CA NP certification required.
• National Provider Identification Number required.
• BRN furnishing number required.
• DEA number required to furnish or order controlled substances.
• Board-certified Adult NP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform face-to-face evaluations and provide follow-up care for adults with acute and chronic conditions.
• Evaluate patients and provide follow-up care in collaboration with the supervising physician.
• Assess and manage pain and other symptoms to promote comfort and quality of life.
• Communicate prognosis, goals of care, advance care planning, and advance directives with patients and families.
• Identify social, emotional, and spiritual needs and coordinate appropriate support and referrals.
• Coordinate hospice services across care settings to ensure seamless, high-quality care delivery.
• Educate patients and caregivers on symptom management, care needs, and available resources.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation within 24 hours of each visit.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient-centered care

Self-directed

Education

RN licensure in CA

Nurse Practitioner Certification in CA

BRN Furnishing number

DEA registration

Job description

Pacific Crest Hospice in Ventura County, CA is seeking compassionate Nurse Practitioners to join our patient-first team. We offer flexible per-diem schedules and competitive pay, with accreditation and rapid growth in Ventura County.

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will perform face-to-face evaluations, manage pain and symptoms, coordinate hospice services across care settings, and educate patients and families on care options.