Hospice & Palliative NP — Home Care Specialist

Affinity Hospice Management LLC; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Hospice Management LLC seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive hospice care under physician supervision, conducting history/physical exams, developing care plans and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.

In-home patient visits, hospice eligibility assessments, and education for patients and families are key responsibilities. Ohio RN/APRN licensure, DEA license, and hospice experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree in Nursing and be a licensed Nurse Practitioner in Ohio.
• Current DEA license and state RN licensure are required.
• CPR certification and state-specific APRN credentials are required.
• Hospice or palliative care experience is expected.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and manage terminal illness under physician supervision.
• Perform history and physical examinations and order/interpret tests.
• Develop individualized care plans and prescribe medications.
• Coordinate hospice services with interdisciplinary team.
• Complete face-to-face visits and determine hospice eligibility per regulations.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and end-of-life issues.
• Ensure documentation and compliant care in medical records.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (NP) with Hospice/Palliative focus

Current DEA license

Current RN license in Ohio

CPR certification

Advanced practice nursing certification/ accreditation

CHPN certification (preferred)

Job description

Affinity Hospice Management LLC seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive hospice care under physician supervision, conducting history/physical exams, developing care plans and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.

In-home patient visits, hospice eligibility assessments, and education for patients and families are key responsibilities. Ohio RN/APRN licensure, DEA license, and hospice experience are required.