Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

Gentiva Health Services, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Recognition programs

Teammate assistance fund

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off + holidays

Wellness programs

Education support & tuition assistance

CEUs

Life & long-term disability insurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Empatia seeks a compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary team providing advanced home-based palliative care, collaborating with the Palliative Medical Director to guide patients and families toward quality of life. The role requires MSN, NP licensure, 2+ years in Family/Adult practice, and Part B billing experience.

You will work autonomously, manage complex plans, and participate in call rotations, delivering patient-centered care with high professional

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school.
• Minimum two years of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Family or Adult medicine specialty preferred.
• Experience with Part B billing and autonomous practice.
• Ability to work independently in an advanced role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care in home settings.
• Perform in-depth patient assessments across physical, emotional, and psychosocial domains.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with patients and families.
• Manage and adjust treatment plans based on progress and needs.
• Prescribe medications and order tests as permitted by state law.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation per standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and team members.
• Participate in evening/weekend call rotation as needed.
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent decision-making

Palliative care knowledge

Interdisciplinary care

Licensing & CEU compliance

Point-of-care tech

Education

MSN

NP credential

Family/Adult specialty preferred

Part B billing knowledge

Tools

Electronic health records

Point-of-care software

Job description

Overview

Deliver Compassion. Elevate Care. Empower Lives.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide advanced palliative care to patients in their homes, helping them achieve the highest quality of life possible while managing complex medical needs. You will work autonomously in collaboration with the Palliative Medical Director, delivering exceptional care and guiding patients and families through every stage of treatment.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care.
• Perform in-depth patient assessments, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in partnership with patients and families.
• Manage and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and progress.
• Prescribe medications (including controlled substances) and order diagnostic tests as permitted by state law.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in evening/weekend call rotation as needed.
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.

About You

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong independent decision-making abilities and self-motivation.
• Understanding of palliative medicine principles, home health, hospice care eligibility, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
• Familiarity with the interdisciplinary care process.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements for Gentiva and licensing boards.
• Proficient in point-of-care software and technology.

Education/Experience:

• Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing (or equivalent per state law).
• Minimum two years’ Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Specialty in Family or Adult Medicine preferred.
• Experience with Part B billing.
• Ability to work autonomously in an advanced practice role.

Licenses/Certifications/Agreements:

• Current RN license and Nurse Practitioner certification/license as required by state law.
• Collaborative agreement with supervising physician (or willingness to establish).
• Part B Provider certification.
• Federal DEA license and state DEA license (if required).
• ACHPN certification in Hospice and Palliative Care preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-141200
Category: Nurse Practitioners
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Empatia