Hospice Nurse Practitioner — Compassionate Palliative Care Leader

Four Pillars Hospice; Stephenville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Pillars Hospice in Texas seeks a Nurse Practitioner to oversee clinical care and coordinate with the hospice physician and IDG/T to ensure quality end-of-life care.

You will conduct patient visits, develop and implement individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support staff in palliation. Flexible scheduling and local travel are required to meet patient needs and maintain compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN license and NP practice license in Texas.
• Graduate from a BSN and NP-focused program (MSN/DNP).
• Two years of advanced practice nurse experience; hospice/home health preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology and palliative care.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel locally.
• Commitment to HIPAA and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the IDG/T to assure appropriate evaluation and palliative treatment.
• Consult with and assist in the IDG/T's development of patient/family plan of care.
• Educate patient/family regarding disease processes and end-of-life care; provide staff training.
• Perform and document visits to patient/family per plan of care.
• Interact with attending and consulting physicians regarding palliation and care.
• Provide education to IDG/T members on clinical issues related to palliation.
• Actively participate in IDG/T communications and timely updates.
• Inform physicians of changes in patient needs and outcomes.

Skills

NP licensure in TX

Pharmacology knowledge

Palliative care experience

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Flexible schedule & travel locally

Education

BSN

NP (MSN/DNP) with NP focus

Job description

Four Pillars Hospice in Texas seeks a Nurse Practitioner to oversee clinical care and coordinate with the hospice physician and IDG/T to ensure quality end-of-life care.

You will conduct patient visits, develop and implement individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support staff in palliation. Flexible scheduling and local travel are required to meet patient needs and maintain compassionate care.