Nurse Practitioner Hospice

ThedaCare Cardiovascular Care; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for hospice care in Dover, PA. The role involves providing palliative and supportive care, making clinical visits, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient well-being. Join a culture dedicated to meaningful connections and quality care.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Continuing education opportunities

Company-wide support resources

Qualifications

• Must hold a current NP certification from ANCC or AANP.
• Experience in chronic disease management or primary care is preferred.
• CPR certification and a valid driver's license are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation for palliative care and supportive needs of hospice patients.
• Document clinical findings and collaborate with the Hospice Medical Director.
• Coordinate the plan of care and instruct patients/families in self-care techniques.

Skills

Palliative care

Symptom management

Patient care

Collaboration

Education

Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner

Current CPR certification

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Summary

We are hiring for a Nurse Practitioner in hospice.

Summary

We are hiring for a Nurse Practitioner in hospice.

At Memorial White Rose Hospice, A part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!

employee wellness programs

flexibility for true work-life balance

continuing education & career growth opportunities

company-wide support & resources tohelp you achieve your goals.

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Hospice Nurse Practitioner provides consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician.

Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director

Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed.

Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care. Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care.

Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.

Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director.

Education And Experience

License Requirements

• Current CPR certification required.
• Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice.
• Current certification by ANCC or AANP
• Current drivers license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• NPI Number
• DEA with prescribing privileges
• PECOS enrollment Certification
• CAQH enrolled
• Medicare number
• Medicaid number (referable, not required)
  
  
  

Experience

• Greater than one year NP experience in chronic disease management, family or primary care.
  
  
  

Additional State Practice Requirements

• AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, D.C., DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV: No additional state specific requirements.
  
  
  

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Memorial White Rose Hospice a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.