Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Vacation

Sick Time

Public transport accessibility

Free parking

On-site cafeteria

Job summary

A healthcare institute in New York is seeking a compassionate full-time Nurse Practitioner to provide exceptional end-of-life care for hospice patients. The role involves supporting families and conducting patient evaluations for hospice eligibility. Ideal candidates will have an accredited NP degree and at least one year of experience, with a focus on serving terminally ill patients in either home or community settings. Competitive benefits and a collaborative team environment are offered.

Qualifications

1+ years of experience as an NP.
Previous experience in hospice or home care a plus.
Access to reliable transportation and willingness for home visits.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to terminally ill hospice patients.
Support families during home care situations and bereavement.
Conduct patient encounters for initial and continued hospice service eligibility.

Skills

Compassionate care

End-of-life care

Computer technology usage

Communication with families

Education

Degree from an accredited NP program

Current New York State license as a Nurse Practitioner

Job description

Overview

Hospice Nurse Practitioner — Full Time

Parker Jewish Institute Comprehensive Community Hospice is seeking dedicated and compassionate full-time Nurse Practitioners to join our team. We want to speak with naturally caring, empathetic NPs who are focused on providing the best quality of end-of-life care possible for every patient. The Hospice Nurse Practitioner will be able to provide nursing care to the terminally ill Hospice patient, provide assistance and understanding to the family in the home care situation and in time of bereavement, and work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care.

Community and Inpatient Hospice at Parker Jewish Institute provides comfort, relief, and peace of mind to individuals with advanced or life-limiting illness and their families. We are an intimate and unique not-for-profit program that provides personalized care to ensure the comfort, enhance the quality of life, and preserve the dignity of our patients. Your role will be to ensure these needs are met by conducting encounters with our patients to determine their initial and continued eligibility for hospice services.

About Parker

The Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, conveniently located on the Queens-Nassau County border in New Hyde Park, New York, is a non-profit health care facility that offers inpatient programs such as sub-acute/short term rehabilitation, long-term care and nursing home care, as well as community health services encompassing certified home health care and a comprehensive community hospice program that serves terminally ill patients in their own homes or in nursing facilities, including Parker\'s nursing home.

Quality care means hiring quality people, and Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation has a longstanding reputation for excellence and innovation in resident and patient care.

Why Work at Parker

Friendly, collaborative team environment and exciting career growth opportunities providing an opportunity to learn, grow and have an impact on the overall results
Excellent training and clinical education
Accessible via public transportation
Free parking on site for all staff
On-site cafeteria offering breakfast and lunch
Full Benefits for Full-Time and Part-Time staff include Health Insurance, 401k, Vacation, Holiday and Sick Time

Position Qualifications