Palliative Nurse Practitioner

Salus; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

401k

Mileage Reimbursement

Theme Park/Entertainment discounts

Verizon Wireless Discount

Job summary

Salus Hospice is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Orange County team. The NP will perform face-to-face visits, collaborate with the physician and interdisciplinary team, and deliver patient-centered hospice care in a flexible per diem role.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years in hospice or palliative care, a California NP license, and a Master’s in Nursing. Travel within the service area is required to visit patients.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hospice or palliative care experience.
• Active Nurse Practitioner certification in California.
• California state licensure to practice as an NP.
• Willingness to travel within a large geographic area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face visits to evaluate hospice eligibility.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to adjust care plans.
• Provide direct hospice care and support to patients and families.
• Document findings per CMS guidelines and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with supervising physicians and other Salus Hospice providers.

Skills

Hospice experience

NP certification

CA licensure

Willingness to travel

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Join the Salus Hospice Team as a Nurse Practitioner - Make a Difference Today!

Salus Hospice is urgently seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our dedicated team serving the Orange County region. If you're passionate about providing exceptional hospice care and want to work in a collaborative, supportive environment, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

Why Salus Hospice?

• Impactful Role: Play a key part in meeting new hospice regulations, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.
• Flexible & Rewarding: This per diem position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to balance your career and personal life while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside compassionate physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide top-tier hospice care.
• Immediate Need: We are actively hiring! If you are a qualified Nurse Practitioner, we want to hear from you NOW!
• Benefits: Sick Leave, 401k, Mileage Reimbursement, Corporate Discounts on Theme Parks, Entertainment, and Travel, Verizon Wireless Discount, and more!

Position Overview:

As a Palliative/Hospice Nurse Practitioner at Salus Hospice, you will work closely with a physician and interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, patient-centered care. You'll help ensure hospice patients meet the face-to-face visit requirements and will support the team in delivering exceptional care to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct face-to-face patient visits to evaluate continued hospice eligibility in line with new regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to share clinical findings and adjust care plans.
• Perform bedside evaluations, creating comprehensive care plans tailored to the patient's needs.
• Provide direct hospice care, supporting both the patient and family through sensitive and crucial moments.
• Document all findings per CMS guidelines, ensuring accurate compliance.
• Consult with supervising physicians and collaborate with healthcare providers within and outside of Salus Hospice.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of recent experience in hospice, or palliative care.
• Expertise in providing care to patients with end-stage disease.
• Master's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Active Nurse Practitioner certification in California.
• California state licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Willingness to travel within a large geographic area to visit patients.

Qualifications:

• Experience in delivering high-quality, compassionate hospice care.
• Deep understanding of end-of-life care and regulations.
• Ability to follow Standardized Procedures based on guidelines established by the Board of Registered Nursing Practice Act.

$72-$85 per hour