NP Provider — Hospice & Palliative Care (Per Diem)

Jobtome; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care seeks a Nurse Practitioner to support palliative care consultations across nursing homes, hospitals, and community settings. The NP works with MDs/other NPs to develop care plans and ensure symptom management.

Initial encounters are consults; visits may follow per referral questions. Must have a Master’s in Nursing, NP program graduation, NY licensure, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing and graduation from an approved NP program.
• New York State RN licensure or eligibility; NP certification.
• 1 year clinical NP experience in Hospice, Palliative Care or Gerontology preferred.
• Strong communication, teaching and teamwork within interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel within assigned geographic area.

Responsibilities

• Implements specialized palliative care consultation services.
• Makes and maintains effective communication with referral sources.
• Documents encounters accurately and promptly.
• Identifies learning needs and pursues continuing education.
• Collaborates with a treatment team to support patient and family.
• Participates in on-call rotations and field visits as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Listening skills

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

NP program graduate

New York RN license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care seeks a Nurse Practitioner to support palliative care consultations across nursing homes, hospitals, and community settings. The NP works with MDs/other NPs to develop care plans and ensure symptom management.

Initial encounters are consults; visits may follow per referral questions. Must have a Master’s in Nursing, NP program graduation, NY licensure, and strong communication skills.