Pediatric Hospice NP – Field-Based Care with Sign-On Bonus

Jobtome; West New York (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care in the Greater New York area is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver hospice services across multiple sites, including community and facility-based settings. You will perform in-person and telehealth visits, conduct thorough assessments, and develop care plans for hospice-eligible patients.

The role emphasizes coordination with an interdisciplinary team, pediatric considerations, and ongoing training within a leading not-for-profit health system.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing and graduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner Program required.
• NYS NP License (Certified Pediatric, Family, or Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner) required.
• CPR-BLS
• Driver's license and car
• Hospice & Palliative Care certification strongly encouraged by year 2 of hire.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide NP-appropriate service to patients enrolled in hospice and may assist in staffing pediatric palliative care consultation services.
• Work in the community environment and may provide consultation in long-term care or hospital settings.
• Provide in-person visits or telehealth visits as appropriate.
• Provide comfort care with history-taking, examination, care planning, and documentation.
• Coordinate with the team physician and manager for face-to-face hospice evaluations and management.
• Contribute to the training of the hospice team and cross-coverage for pediatric care.
• Support quality improvement projects as needed.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Education

Master’s degree in nursing; NP program completed

NYS NP License (Pediatric/Family/Palliative Care)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care in the Greater New York area is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver hospice services across multiple sites, including community and facility-based settings. You will perform in-person and telehealth visits, conduct thorough assessments, and develop care plans for hospice-eligible patients.

The role emphasizes coordination with an interdisciplinary team, pediatric considerations, and ongoing training within a leading not-for-profit health system.