Hospice NP, Full-Time, $125k-$140k

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Hospice is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island for a full-time role providing advanced clinical care, symptom management, and leadership in end-of-life care. You will perform patient visits in various settings, collaborate with the care team, and ensure timely documentation and care coordination.

The ideal candidate has an NP license in RI, a Master's degree, and hospice or palliative care experience, with DEA and BLS/CPR certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and accredited NP program.
• Current, active NP license in Rhode Island.
• Current DEA license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Master's degree required.
• Minimum of one year of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Minimum of one year of hospice or palliative care experience.
• Current certification from an approved advanced practice nursing certifying body as required by state regulations.
• Specialty certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with reliable and insured transportation required.
• Excellent clinical assessment, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced medical care and clinical support to hospice patients and their families.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pain, symptoms, and terminal illnesses in accordance with hospice and palliative care best practices.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and determine ongoing eligibility and prognosis for hospice services.
• Conduct patient visits in private residences, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and other care settings, including telehealth when appropriate.
• Collaborate with attending physicians, the Hospice Medical Director, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and coordinate individualized plans of care.
• Communicate regularly with referral sources and healthcare providers regarding new patient referrals and continuity of care.
• Complete required face-to-face encounter documentation and maintain accurate, timely clinical records in compliance with hospice regulations.
• Provide education and clinical guidance to patients, families, caregivers, and staff regarding disease progression, symptom management, and hospice services.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Collaboration

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner license (RI)

DEA license

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Harmony Hospice is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island for a full-time role providing advanced clinical care, symptom management, and leadership in end-of-life care. You will perform patient visits in various settings, collaborate with the care team, and ensure timely documentation and care coordination.

The ideal candidate has an NP license in RI, a Master's degree, and hospice or palliative care experience, with DEA and BLS/CPR certifications.