Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Elara Caring; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Elara Caring seeks a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to lead home-based palliative care visits in Topeka, KS. You will perform admissions, recertifications, and symptom management for hospice patients, collaborating with physicians and the care team to advance the Plan of Care.

The role requires NP licensure, a Master’s in nursing, and 1+ year of clinical nursing experience, with DEA certification if allowed. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires current NP licensure in state of practice.
• Must hold Master’s degree in nursing and NP certification.
• 1+ years of clinical nursing experience.
• Maintain active DEA certification if allowed.
• Ability to lift/move patients and equipment up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine and emergency face-to-face recertification visits for hospice patients.
• Assess patient needs and document findings; collaborate with physicians and care team.
• Provide bedside palliative care, education, and family support.
• Triage patient needs to prevent avoidable hospitalizations by home care.
• Maintain patient records, billing, and CMS-compliant documentation.
• Coordinate with Medical Director and interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care.
• Provide training/education to clinical staff on hospice/palliative care.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care

Documentation

Transportation

Staff training

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Nurse Practitioner certification

Job description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Hospice Nurse Practitioner with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them?

As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Complete routine and emergency face-to-face recertification visits for hospice patients, including admissions, transfers, and extended stays.

• Assess patient needs, document findings, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to manage symptoms and support the Plan of Care.

• Provide bedside palliative care, education, and physical and emotional support to patients and families during periods of crisis.

• Triage patient needs based on acuity and help prevent avoidable hospitalizations by addressing care needs in the home.

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, clinical documentation, billing, and coding in accordance with CMS and regulatory guidelines.

• Collaborate with the Medical Director, attending physicians, branch leadership, and interdisciplinary team to coordinate quality patient care.

• Provide training and continuing education to clinical staff to support effective hospice and palliative care.

• Assist in developing clinical practice guidelines and standards that promote high-quality palliative care.

What is Required?

• Current licensure in the state of practice as a Nurse Practitioner and maintain such licensure in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

• Master’s degree in nursing and certification through a national Nurse Practitioner Licensing board

• 1+ years of clinical nursing experience

• Maintain active DEA certification if state allows prescription of controlled substances by APPs

• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

• Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations

• 1+ year post-graduate clinical nursing experience in the hospice and palliative care field preferred

• Prior experience in Family Medicine, Geriatrics and psychiatry preferred

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance

• 401(K) with employer match

• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost

• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement

• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

• Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Pay & Benefit Information

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

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