Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Overview

• Provide compassionate care to patients with chronic or life-limiting illnesses in a community-based setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Conduct home visits and assessments to manage symptoms and address patient needs.
• Support patients and families with emotional and psychosocial guidance.
• Participate in program development for home-based palliative care services.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illnesses effectively.
• Prescribe necessary medications and treatments to manage patient conditions.
• Engage in community and professional education initiatives related to hospice care.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct in-depth palliative care assessments and manage patient care plans collaboratively.
• Perform face-to-face assessments and evaluate hospice eligibility as assigned.
• Serve as a clinical resource within community medical practices for early patient identification.
• Coordinate care transitions and collaborate with healthcare teams and community resources.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences regularly.
• Provide clinical support and education to hospice multidisciplinary teams.
• Supervise and consult on the care of palliative care patients in home-based programs.
• Engage in outreach to physicians to increase hospice referrals effectively.
• Assist in the design and development of palliative care programs and services.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree and completion of a New York State approved Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure and certification as a Nurse Practitioner in a related specialty area.
• Completion of pharmacotherapeutic requirements for independent prescriptive privileges.
• Possession of National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA Registration Certificate.
• Minimum of five years of experience, including pain and symptom management expertise.
• Ability to build rapport with patients and thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong leadership qualities.
• Proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination as per organizational requirements.
• Flexibility to participate in weekend, on-call coverage, and after-hours duties.