Hospice NP Jobs

IntelyCare; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to perform face-to-face encounters essential for eligibility certification and recertification, with a flexible, less-than-full-time schedule. You will gather comprehensive clinical information, assess patients, and collaborate with hospice physicians and the IDG to ensure compliant, high-quality care.

The role requires an NP with acute care or hospice experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and ability to travel to patients’ homes and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current APRN license or certification.
• National NP certification (ANCC or AANP).
• Collaborative practice agreement in place as required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles and regulatory guidelines.
• Familiarity with LCD criteria and hospice documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform hospice F2F physical assessments within CMS timeframes.
• Document findings and attest F2F visits in medical records.
• Apply LCD criteria to hospice documentation.
• Communicate findings with certifying physicians.
• Collaborate with physicians and IDG, patients, families.
• Provide clinical recommendations based on assessments.
• Conduct visits in patients’ homes or other settings.
• Notify agency if unable to complete visits.
• May provide coverage for multiple provider numbers with approval.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal communication

Regulatory knowledge

Home visit experience

Crisis support

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner program completion

RN license

APN license/certification

National NP certification

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Hospice Care. We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioner to perform Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters essential for hospice eligibility certification and recertification. In this role, you will gather comprehensive clinical information, perform detailed assessments, and collaborate closely with hospice physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care and regulatory compliance. Less than full-time Nurse Practitioner opportunity providing face to face visits. We offer a flexible schedule, supportive team, competitive compensation, mileage reimbursement and great work life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and complete physical assessments for hospice F2F encounters within CMS-established regulatory timeframes.
• Document clinical findings accurately and attest F2F encounters in patient medical records.
• Utilize Local Coverage Determination (LCD) criteria per hospice policy and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate clinical findings, review treatment plans, lab results, diagnostics, and medications with certifying physicians.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary group (IDG) members, patients, caregivers, and families.
• Provide clinical recommendations to the IDG based on F2F assessment findings.
• Conduct assessments in the patient’s place of residence, including home, skilled nursing, or other settings.
• Notify the hospice agency promptly if unable to complete F2F visits as scheduled.
• May provide F2F coverage for multiple provider numbers with approval.

About You Qualifications – What You’ll Bring

• Master’s or higher degree in Nursing
• Completion of an accredited graduate-level nurse practitioner education program
• Current registered nurse license in state of practice
• Current advanced practice nurse license or certification
• National Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC or AANP)
• Collaborative agreement in place as required
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Strong understanding of hospice care principles and terminally ill patient support systems
• Excellent patient assessment and clinical evaluation skills
• Familiarity with LCD criteria and hospice documentation requirements
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and other regulatory guidelines
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Compassionate and sensitive to end-of-life issues impacting patients and families
• Ability to provide emotional support during times of crisis
• Flexible and adaptable with ability to manage diverse tasks efficiently
• Effective communicator across diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
• Cooperative and tactful team member adhering to OSHA, state, and federal hospice regulations

Preferred (Not Required)

Experience in acute care, hospital, oncology, home health, skilled nursing, or hospice settings

We Offer Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem)

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
• Additional Full-Time Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Join our hospice team Play a vital role in delivering compassionate, compliant care that honors patients’ dignity and supports families during challenging times

Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-136359 Category: Nurse Practitioners Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice