Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner - PRN

Palliative Care Nurse PractitionerAffinity Hospice is one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country. We are passionate about giving exceptional care to our hospice patients and their families. We believe the care we provide truly matters and we would love to have you join our nationally recognized team!The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner is a member of the hospice and palliative care medical team and works in collaboration with the physicians. The Nurse Practitioner actively delivers care to palliative care patients in a variety of settings. The Nurse Practitioner assists in the training of other members of the hospice and palliative care teams as well as other medical professionals. The Nurse Practitioner may also conduct Face to Face encounters with hospice patients on or before their 180-day recertification and for each subsequent 60-day recertification.Hours / Schedule: PRNMinimum Qualifications:Current unrestricted license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the state of employmentGraduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner programCurrent unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the Board of Nursing in the state of employmentCurrent and continued CPR certificationExcellent observation, verbal and written communication skillsAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and use critical thinking skillsAbility to manage emotional stresses effectivelyValid driver's license; reliable, insured, automobile for work travelAbility to bend, lift and stoop; ability to lift 25 poundsKey Responsibilities:Initiates palliative care consultations or appropriate hospice treatment plans for patients in all settings. This may include history, physical examination, interpretation of health data, prescribing medications in accordance with state law, ordering routine and diagnostic studies and collaborating with the physician as appropriateConsults with medical colleagues as needed, communicates about patient care provided and documents timely in Palliative Care EMRProvides patient with health education, counseling and referrals to other healthcare professionals and community resources when appropriateProvides follow-up care, determines effectiveness of the treatment plan, reassesses and changes the plan as neededPrepares and maintains accurate patient records, charts and documents to support sound medical practice and reimbursement for services providedAssists patients and families in determining goals of medical careGathers data to support hospice eligibility including face-to-face recertificationParticipates in interdisciplinary team as neededProvides training and continuing education for staffMeets department productivity standards for patient visitsOther duties as assignedAffinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.