Nurse Practitioner - Hospice (Part-Time)

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

1. Completes hospice face to face visit requirements prior to the third and subsequent hospice benefit periods to assess hospice eligibility based on the hospice conditions of participation and the local coverage determinations. Provides clinical information to the hospice medical director for interpretation for eligibility for hospice recertification.
2. Makes recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification and recertification for hospice care.
3. Assesses patients for a change of condition as needed.
4. Makes Hospice RN visits to evaluate patients, assess changes in condition and provide nursing care. Writes and signs orders for medications and treatments.
5. Participates as an on call assistance for medical director
6. Maintains knowledge of and compliance with current Medicare/Medicaid, state/federal rules and regulations for hospice services
7. Complies with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements in accordance with federal, state and organizational policies.
8. Participates in organizational monitoring of the quality of medical services and quality improvement initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

1. Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
2. Current nursing licensure in State and CPR certification.
3. Master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience and a minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience.
4. Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by State.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must possess excellent observation, verbal and written communication and problem solving skills.
2. Must be able to meet deadlines, work under limited supervision.
3. Must be able to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and relief of an obstructed airway.
4. Must be able to climb at least 2 flights of stairs and be able to stand/or walk for a period of at least 4 hours.
5. Valid state driver’s license
6. Motor Vehicle Driving Record satisfactory to the Agency and its insurance providers.
7. Proof of motor vehicle insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.
At-Will Employment Statement
Employment with our organization is “at-will,” meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.