Nurse Practitioner Hospice

Summary
We are hiring for a Nurse Practitioner in hospice.
This is a Per Diem position doing Home Visits for Hospice.
At Caretenders Hospice in Richfield, OH, A part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.
We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
employee wellness programs
flexibility for true work-life balance
continuing education & career growth opportunities
company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals.
Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!
Responsibilities
The Hospice Nurse Practitioner provides consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician.
Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director
Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed.
Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care. Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care.
Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.
Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patients condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director.
Education and Experience
Experience Requirements
Minimum of five years nursing experience; clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, intensive care preferred.
License Requirements
Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice.
Current certification by a national body such as ANCC, NBCHPN, or AANP.
Current drivers license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Current CPR certification required.
Additional State Specific Requirements
OH: For clinical nurse specialists with a masters degree with a major in a clinical area of nursing from an institution accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization on or before December 31, 2000, certification is not required.
License Desired
Palliative Care ARNP preferred.
Skill Requirements
Knowledgeable regarding the interdisciplinary team concept.
Equal Opportunity Employer – vets, disability.