Hospice NP: Compassionate End-of-Life Care Provider

Dover Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Health is seeking a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to deliver compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care across home and facility settings in Missouri. The NP will assess eligibility, recertify care, manage symptoms, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure compliant, high-quality services.

Responsibilities include travel to patient homes and care facilities, documentation in EMR, patient and family education, and serving as a clinical resource on hospice navigation and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing and an accredited NP program.
• Current RN and NP licensure; national NP certification (ANCC or AANP).
• 1–2 years clinical experience, preferably in hospice, palliative care, geriatrics, oncology, or home health.
• Knowledge of end-of-life care, pain management, and palliative care principles.
• Strong communication and emotional resilience to support patients and families.
• Ability to use electronic medical records and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
• CPR certification and, if applicable, controlled substance agreement.
• Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face assessments for hospice eligibility and recertification requirements.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Manage pain and symptoms, including prescribing medications and adjusting treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families regarding disease progression, prognosis, and end-of-life decisions.
• Document patient care accurately in electronic medical records and ensure compliance with hospice regulations and Medicare standards.
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff and the community regarding hospice eligibility, levels of care, and symptom management.
• Travel to patient homes, hospice facilities, or long-term care centers as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Hospice care

Pain management

Communication

Empathy

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

NP certification (ANCC/AANP)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Dover Health is seeking a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to deliver compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care across home and facility settings in Missouri. The NP will assess eligibility, recertify care, manage symptoms, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure compliant, high-quality services.

Responsibilities include travel to patient homes and care facilities, documentation in EMR, patient and family education, and serving as a clinical resource on hospice navigation and