Nurse Practitioner - Palliative Care - $115K-135K per year
Gentiva
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Job summary
Gentiva, a national leader in hospice and palliative care, seeks a Nurse Practitioner for home-based palliative services in the Beltsville area. You will work autonomously under the Palliative Medical Director, delivering high-quality, compassionate care and guiding patients and families through complex treatment decisions.
You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, prescribe medications when allowed, and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal symptom
Qualifications
- MSN from an accredited program.
- Minimum two years of NP experience.
- Family or Adult Medicine preferred.
- Current RN license and NP certification per state law.
- Collaborative agreement with supervising physician or willingness to establish.
- Part B Provider certification.
- Federal/state DEA license as required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive home-based palliative care.
- Perform in-depth patient assessments including physical, emotional, and psychosocial factors.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans with patients and families.
- Manage and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress.
- Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests as permitted by state law.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation per standards.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other health professionals.
- Participate in evening/weekend call rotation as needed.
- Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.
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Job description
Gentiva is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care for a job in Beltsville, Maryland.
Specialty: Palliative Care
Discipline: Nurse Practitioner
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, of which base pay is just one component.
$103,200 - $137,600
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Program & Resources
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program
- Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles)
- Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 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
Empatia
At Empatia, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
- Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
- Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
- Home health care: Heartland Home Health
- Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
Gentiva Job ID #2026-142818. Posted job title: Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care
Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. With more than 550 locations and thousands of compassionate clinicians across 38 states, our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Gentiva’s corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.
- Continuing Education
- Medical benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Discount program
- Pet insurance
- Holiday Pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Life insurance
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