Hospice Nurse Practitioner | Palliative Care Leader

BrightSpring Health Services; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

FSA

EAP

Vendor discounts

Job summary

All Saints Hospice in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide hospice care, evaluate, diagnose, develop plans, and prescribe treatment under physician supervision. You will perform histories and physicals, assess eligibility, and contribute to the care team to meet medical and emotional needs.

Qualified candidates have an NP degree from an accredited program, current state license, CPR, and a DEA license if required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and NP program.
• Current DEA license if required by state regulations.
• Current nursing license in state of practice.
• Master's degree with NP clinical experience.
• One year hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Certification from an approved certifying body for APN as required by state.
• CHPN or Geriatrics certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospice medical care, palliate and manage terminal illness under physician supervision.
• Perform history and physical examinations evaluating medical condition and history.
• Assess hospice eligibility prior to benefit periods and recommend cert/recertification.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and communicate with physician and care team.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to meet patient and family needs.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

DEA license

Nursing license

CPR certification

Clinical competence

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (NP)

Accredited NP program

Job description

All Saints Hospice in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide hospice care, evaluate, diagnose, develop plans, and prescribe treatment under physician supervision. You will perform histories and physicals, assess eligibility, and contribute to the care team to meet medical and emotional needs.

Qualified candidates have an NP degree from an accredited program, current state license, CPR, and a DEA license if required.