Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary and Responsibilities

• Provides care following the plan of treatment and patient care plan to assist in determination of palliative care eligibility.
• Establishes a plan of care for continued needs based on the client assessment.
• Reports changes in patient condition to appropriate personnel and the attending physician.
• Provides patient care education, counseling, medication advice, instructions and follow-up to clients and other caregivers.
• Participates in coordination of services with other disciplines and community resources as needed.
• Evaluates and revises care plans/assessment sheets based on changes in patients and/or the environment.
• Assists with the development of educational programs in the palliative care program for diverse age groups.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Currently licensed to practice in the state serviced, with Masters in nursing.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience
• Must obtain and maintain current CPR
• Strong critical thinking, clinical expertise, case management, and a passion for patient care.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance coverage according to the CommonSpirit Health at Home policy.

At CommonSpirit Health at Home, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We value the unique contributions of all individuals, including minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.