Nurse Practitioner

Journey Hospice; Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 142,000 - 202,000; Part time

Job summary

Journey Hospice in Essex County, New Jersey is seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner to provide hospice care to patients. The role involves face-to-face visits with Medicare Hospice beneficiaries and no guaranteed hours.

You will perform exams, document in medical records, and collaborate with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary team. NJ licensure and two years NP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s NP program completed.
• Pharmacology course (3 credits) or 45 hours pharmacology completed.
• NJ Advanced Practice Nurse certification/licensure.
• Valid NJ driver’s license and insured transportation.
• Minimum 2 years NP experience.
• Understanding hospice program of care.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient medical examinations and palliative care visits for Medicare Hospice eligibility after six months of hospice care.
• Document visits in the patient’s clinical record and required encounter forms.
• Provide medical care services and palliative care interventions on an as-needed basis.
• Communicate with Medical Director, Administrator, and Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
• Operate in compliance with policies and all state/federal regulations.
• Adhere to local licensure guidelines.
• Maintain a professional, compassionate attitude with patients and families.

Skills

Time management

Professional demeanor

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

NP master's degree

NJ NP license

Pharmacology course

Job description

We are seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner to work with hospice patients in Essex County. This position is per diem, with no guaranteed hours, and the Nurse Practitioner is paid $125 per client visit.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient medical examinations and palliative care visits for face‑to‑face encounters required to certify patient eligibility for Medicare Hospice Benefit after six months of hospice care.
• Document visits in the patient’s clinical record and required encounter forms.
• Provide medical care services and palliative care interventions on an as‑needed basis.
• Communicate effectively with the Medical Director, Administrator, and the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
• Operate in compliance with prescribed policies, procedures, and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Adhere to Hospice bylaws, operational policies, billing procedures, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and New Jersey licensure guidelines.
• Maintain a professional, compassionate attitude and interact positively with patients, caregivers, staff, and the interdisciplinary group.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a master’s‑level program designed to prepare nurse practitioners or clinical nurse specialists.
• Completion of a graduate‑level 3‑credit pharmacology course or at least 45 hours of pharmacology integrated into the master’s program.
• National certification as an Advance Practice Nurse in New Jersey (NJ Board of Nursing); currently licensed and certified (N.J.A.C. 13:37-7.1).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation in accordance with New Jersey requirements.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Understanding of the hospice program of care.

Skills

• Timely and professional service delivery in compliance with hospice bylaws and operational policies.
• Positive and professional demeanor; efficient time management; teamwork; role model.
• Effective communication; courteous and cooperative with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, and others.
• Optimism, enthusiasm, and willingness to work constructively with health‑care team members.
• Supportive of the mission and vision of the organization.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.