Hospice Nurse Practitioner - Compassionate Patient Care

St. Croix Hospice; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to support patients and families during advanced illness, providing skilled medical care with calm guidance.

The NP ensures continuity of care through medication oversight, treatments, and recertifications. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, educate families on end-of-life options, and help honor patients’ values and goals while maintaining HIPAA standards and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Current NP license in the state(s) of practice.
• Degree from an accredited NP program.
• Minimum two years of RN experience; hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Proficient in electronic health records and HIPAA compliant.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled medical care for terminally ill patients, including assessments and care plans.
• Prescribe medications and complete hospice recertifications.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage symptoms and ensure continuity of care.
• Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers on end-of-life care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Problem solving

Education

NP degree from accredited program

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

St. Croix Hospice seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to support patients and families during advanced illness, providing skilled medical care with calm guidance.

The NP ensures continuity of care through medication oversight, treatments, and recertifications. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, educate families on end-of-life options, and help honor patients’ values and goals while maintaining HIPAA standards and thorough documentation.