Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner at SouthernCare summary:

The Hospice Nurse Practitioner performs face-to-face clinical assessments to support hospice diagnosis and prognosis, collaborating closely with physicians for patient certification and recertification. They gather and analyze clinical data including physical assessments, treatment plans, lab results, and medication lists, ensuring timely and accurate hospice eligibility evaluations. The role requires advanced nursing qualifications, state licensure, and national certification, focusing on compassionate care delivery in home-based hospice settings.

Overview:

We’re looking for a Hospice Nurse Practitioner to join our team. You will report directly to the Executive Director or Administrator. You will be assigned to a location to perform Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters and be responsible for gathering clinical information to support the hospice diagnosis and prognosis. These findings are then communicated to the hospice physician responsible for certifying or recertifying the patient's hospice eligibility.

The scope of practice for the hospice NP is limited to those tasks necessary to complete hospice F2F encounter visits.

• Performs and completes physical assessments for the F2F encounter within the regulatory time frames established by CMS
• Provides clinical findings, including review of the medical treatment plans, diagnostic tests, lab results, and medication lists to the physician who is recertifying the patient for hospice eligibility
• Makes appropriate recommendations to the IDG based on findings of the F2F assessment
• Notifies hospice agency when unable to complete a F2F visit according to schedule

About You:

• Master's or higher degree in Nursing.
• Completion of a graduate-level nurse practitioner education program accredited by a national accrediting body.
• Current state license as a registered nurse
• Current state license or certificate as an advanced practice nurse
• Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner. (ANCC or AANP)
• Must have a collaborative agreement in place.

We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese:

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location: SouthernCare Our Company:

At SouthernCare, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

Keywords:

Hospice care, Nurse practitioner, Clinical assessment, Patient certification, Advanced nursing, Palliative care, Home health services, Medication review, Physical assessment, Patient prognosis