NP Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Amedisys, Inc.; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading home health and hospice company as a Hospice Nurse Practitioner, where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. This role offers competitive pay, a full benefits package, and the opportunity to work in a supportive community-based environment. Enjoy a better work-life balance and flexibility while providing essential care to patients in their homes. With opportunities for advancement and a commitment to employee well-being, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their careers in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services

Wellness rewards up to $500

401(k) with company match

Family support benefits

Fleet vehicle program

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Must have current Nurse Practitioner license in assigned state.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Nurse Practitioner or hospice RN.

Responsibilities

• Communicate significant findings to the clinical manager and team.
• Order and review lab tests and document treatment plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner License

Medicare Billing Privileges

CPR Certification

Knowledge of Medicare Reimbursement

Education

Nurse Practitioner Degree

Job description

Overview

Hospice Nurse Practitioner | PRN

Are you looking for a rewarding career in hospice? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Attractive pay

• $65.00 - $70.00 hourly

What's in it for you

• A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
• Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status.

*To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

Why Amedisys?

• Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
• Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.

Responsibilities

• Communicate significant findings, problems, changes in condition or environment to the clinical manager/attending physician and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete face-to-face encounters and assess disease-related changes, decline in function, adherence and effectiveness of pain and symptom regimen, the patient and family coping mechanisms, and quality of life.
• Order and review appropriate lab tests, x-rays, EKGs, and other diagnostic procedures for palliation and treatment of the terminal disease as dictated by the patient's condition. Document the treatment plan accordingly and review results with the collaborating physician.
• Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the patient's needs.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.

Qualifications

• Current and unencumbered license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state the employee is assigned to work by the Company.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Nurse Practitioner or minimum of one (1) year experience as a hospice Registered Nurse in the last three (3) years.
• Must have the authority to practice and prescribe as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided.
• Must have obtained Medicare billing privileges as a nurse practitioner.
• Must meet physician-nurse practitioner restrictive collaborative requirements specific to the state assigned to work by the Company and supply a copy of all active collaborating physician agreements, indicating whether these will be transferable to your employment with Amedisys.
• Must have insurance required by state law for nurse practitioners to practice and prescribe in the state where services are provided, or be eligible for such insurance requirements to be satisfied by group coverage with an employer.
• Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement and coding for all levels of service - home, office, nursing home, assisted living, etc., Medicaid, and other regulatory requirements.
• Current CPR certification.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other legally protected characteristic.