Home Health Nurse Practitioner

Annual Salary: $130k $185k (varies depending on years of experience)

A respected healthcare organization specializing in palliative and end-of-life care is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join their dedicated hospice team. This role is ideal for someone who values collaboration, empathy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients lives during their most vulnerable moments.

The Nurse Practitioner will provide direct patient care within a multidisciplinary, team-based environment, working closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, and spiritual care providers to ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life for every patient.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered hospice and palliative care to individuals in inpatient, home, or community-based settings.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage symptoms related to pain, chronic illness, and end-of-life care in collaboration with attending physicians.
• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized care plans that honor patient goals, values, and comfort.
• Maintain thorough and timely clinical documentation in compliance with organizational and state standards.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients, caregivers, and families about disease progression, medication management, and comfort measures.
• Serve as a clinical resource to nursing and support staff, promoting best practices in symptom control and compassionate communication.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care across settings.
• Conduct home visits or facility rounds as needed, supporting patients wherever they receive care.
• Participate in quality improvement and staff development initiatives related to hospice and palliative medicine.
• Uphold all standards of care, ethics, and professionalism consistent with state regulations and nursing practice guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Active New York State RN and NP licenses (required)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• At least 1 year of hospice or home health experience strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-driven environment
• Valid New York State driver s license preferred (for field visits)
• Demonstrated empathy, emotional intelligence, and commitment to patient-centered care

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