Hospice Palliative NP: Caring Clinical Leader

Four Pillars Hospice; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Four Pillars Hospice is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to oversee clinical care and coordinate palliation with the IDG/T. You will consult with the hospice physician, direct the IDG/T, and ensure high-quality end-of-life care for patients and families.

The role emphasizes education, rapid assessment, and collaboration across the care team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered palliation in a home- or facility-based setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a BSN program and an NP-focused master's or doctoral nursing program.
• Current state RN license and Advanced Practice Nurse license.
• Two years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse; hospice/home health preferred.
• Strong pharmacology knowledge and palliative care expertise.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the IDG/T to evaluate and provide palliation for terminal disease.
• Consult with IDG/T to develop patient/family care plans ensuring quality care.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, self-care, and end-of-life care; train staff as needed.
• Perform and document patient/family visits per plan of care and needs.
• Interact with attending and consulting physicians regarding palliation with hospice physician.
• Educate IDG/T members on palliation basics as needed.
• Participate actively in the IDG/T; communicate effectively at all times.
• Inform physicians of changes in patient needs and outcomes of interventions.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Decision making

Education

BSN

NP-focused master's/DOCTORAL

RN license

Advanced Practice Nurse license

Job description

Four Pillars Hospice is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to oversee clinical care and coordinate palliation with the IDG/T. You will consult with the hospice physician, direct the IDG/T, and ensure high-quality end-of-life care for patients and families.

The role emphasizes education, rapid assessment, and collaboration across the care team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered palliation in a home- or facility-based setting.