Home-Based Hospice NP | Compassionate Palliative Care

Apploi; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive hospice care in patients' homes under the supervision of a collaborating physician. The NP will evaluate health histories, diagnose conditions, develop and manage care plans, and coordinate with families and healthcare practitioners to ensure quality end-of-life care.

The role involves conducting physical assessments, face-to-face visits for eligibility, and collaborating with the hospice interdisciplinary team to meet patient and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Current DEA license.
• Current nursing licensure in State and CPR certification.
• Master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience and a minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience.
• Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by State.
• Certification in a specialist area preferred; (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN))

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care and manages terminal illness under supervision of a collaborating physician.
• Completes history and physical examinations and documents findings.
• Develops an individualized plan of care and prescribes medications or treatments.
• Completes hospice face-to-face visit requirements to assess eligibility.
• Communicates with the hospice medical director regarding eligibility and recertification.
• Reviews clinical information and coordinates patient care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers on preventive care and health issues.
• Maintains a safe environment and supports continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Nursing skills

Care planning

Hospice knowledge

Home care nursing

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (NP)

NP certification

State NP license

DEA license

CPR certification

Job description

Apploi is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive hospice care in patients' homes under the supervision of a collaborating physician. The NP will evaluate health histories, diagnose conditions, develop and manage care plans, and coordinate with families and healthcare practitioners to ensure quality end-of-life care.

The role involves conducting physical assessments, face-to-face visits for eligibility, and collaborating with the hospice interdisciplinary team to meet patient and