Hospice Nurse Practitioner: Lead Patient Comfort & Care

Good Shepherd Hospice; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated hospice organization in Columbia Township, Missouri is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide compassionate care to hospice patients. Responsibilities include conducting face-to-face encounters, coordinating with the medical director, and ensuring eligibility for services. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Nurse Practitioner license and demonstrate a commitment to hospice care and excellent communication skills. This role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and supports the health and comfort of patients and families.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of service with necessary collaborative agreements.
• Commitment to the hospice philosophy of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face encounters for hospice patients.
• Coordinate care and communication with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in evaluations of continued eligibility for hospice services.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner license

Job description

A dedicated hospice organization in Columbia Township, Missouri is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide compassionate care to hospice patients. Responsibilities include conducting face-to-face encounters, coordinating with the medical director, and ensuring eligibility for services. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Nurse Practitioner license and demonstrate a commitment to hospice care and excellent communication skills. This role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and supports the health and comfort of patients and families.