Hospice Nurse Practitioner - PRN

Optum; Farmington Hills (MI); Vor Ort; USD 63.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Benefits package

Incentives

401k plan

Stock purchase plan

Zusammenfassung

Caretenders Hospice is seeking a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to deliver consultation in palliative and supportive care in Michigan. You will work with the Hospice Medical Director and referring physicians to meet patient and family needs, ensuring timely face-to-face visits and coordinated care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, documentation of care plans, education for patients and families, and maintaining high-quality clinical notes in a compassionate

Qualifikationen

• Active unrestricted license in the state of practice.
• Current certification as a Clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner.
• Certification by a national body such as ANCC/NBCHPN/AANP.
• Five or more years of nursing experience.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Aufgaben

• Provide hospice NP consultation for palliative and symptomatic care.
• Visit patients face-to-face within prescribed timeframes.
• Collaborate with Hospice Medical Director and primary physicians.
• Develop and coordinate the care plan with the family and team.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and report patient needs to leadership.

Kenntnisse

Active RN/NP license

NP/Clinical Specialist

National certification

5+ years nursing experience

Driver's license

Jobbeschreibung

Explore opportunities with Caretenders Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you will provide consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician.

Primary Responsibilities

• Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director
• Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care. Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient’s condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Active unrestricted license in the state of residence
• Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
• Current certification by a national body such as ANCC, NBCHPN, or AANP
• 5+ years nursing experience
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team
• Clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, or intensive care
• Palliative Care ARNP

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $46.00 to $69.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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