Hospice Nurse Practitioner — End-of-Life Care Expert

Hospice of the Western Reserve; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Health benefits

Corporate Discounts

Retirement plan

Job summary

Reserve Care, formerly Hospice of the Western Reserve, seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care and leadership within end-of-life services in Ohio. You will advance clinical practice standards, collaborate with a transdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality, compassionate care across settings.

This exempt role emphasizes professional growth, quality improvement, and ongoing education to support patients and families during life’s most important moments.

Qualifications

• Master of Nursing Degree required.
• Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in Ohio required.
• Certificate of Authority in Ohio required.
• Two years in a clinical setting preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to collaborate with RC employees, community and healthcare providers.
• Must have own transportation and valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provides independent direct nursing care to patients as a Nurse Practitioner in Ohio.
• Analyzes and evaluates clinical practice standards for cost and quality.
• Develops and implements new standards of practice.
• Maintains required records and reports promptly.
• Participates in Transdisciplinary team activities.
• Acts as a consultant to staff in long-term care and home settings.
• Identifies learning needs of staff through formal and informal assessments.
• Keeps current with end-of-life care literature and shares knowledge with staff.
• Maintains a standard care agreement with RC Medical Director.
• Seates on RC committees as needed and participates in quality improvement.
• Fosters professional relationships to support the agency's marketing plan.
• Engages in continuous professional growth through organizations, presentations and publications.
• Contributes to RC research on patient care.

Education

Master of Nursing Degree

Nurse Practitioner licensure in Ohio

Certificate of Authority in Ohio

Tools

None

Job description

Reserve Care, formerly Hospice of the Western Reserve, seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care and leadership within end-of-life services in Ohio. You will advance clinical practice standards, collaborate with a transdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality, compassionate care across settings.

This exempt role emphasizes professional growth, quality improvement, and ongoing education to support patients and families during life’s most important moments.