Home-Based Palliative Care NP: Compassionate Lead

Gentiva; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 103,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking a compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary home-health team. You will provide advanced palliative care to patients in their homes, helping them achieve the highest quality of life while managing complex medical needs.

You will work autonomously in collaboration with the Palliative Medical Director, prescribing medications, ordering diagnostics, and guiding patients and families through treatment.

Qualifications

• MSN from an accredited program.
• Minimum two years NP experience.
• Family or Adult Medicine NP specialty preferred.
• Current RN license and NP certification per state law.
• Collaborative agreement with supervising physician.
• Part B Provider certification.
• Federal and state DEA licenses (as required).
• ACHPN Hospice and Palliative Care certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care.
• Perform in-depth patient assessments, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in partnership with patients and families.
• Manage and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and progress.
• Prescribe medications (including controlled substances) and order diagnostic tests as permitted by state law.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in evening/weekend call rotation as needed.
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent decision-making

Self-motivation

Palliative medicine knowledge

Home health experience

Medicare/Medicaid regulations

Interdisciplinary care

Continued education requirements

Point-of-care software

Education

MSN degree

Job description

Gentiva is seeking a compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary home-health team. You will provide advanced palliative care to patients in their homes, helping them achieve the highest quality of life while managing complex medical needs.

You will work autonomously in collaboration with the Palliative Medical Director, prescribing medications, ordering diagnostics, and guiding patients and families through treatment.