Advanced Registered Nurse

At ExcelaCare Hospice, we believe Hospice care is more than a service—it’s a calling. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a vital member of the hospice care team, responsible for providing advanced clinical care to patients with terminal illnesses. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing and implementing care plans, managing symptoms, and supporting patients and their families through the end-of-life process. The NP works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of high-quality hospice care.

Patient Assessment and Care Planning:

Develop, implement, and periodically review individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Educate patients and their families about disease processes, symptom management, and the hospice philosophy.

Work closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other members of the hospice team to coordinate care.

Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss and update patient care plans.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and treatments.

Ensure compliance with hospice policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards.

Quality Improvement:

Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.

Contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based practices in hospice care.

Provide support and interventions during patient crises, including the need for higher levels of care or emergency situations.

Facilitate the transition to other care settings when necessary, such as inpatient hospice or hospital.

Conforms to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.

Mentor and provide education to nursing staff and other team members as needed

Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to Agency policy.

Ability to supervise in accordance with Agency’s policies and applicable laws.

Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Basic math skills related to patient care.

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.

Keeps abreast of changes in health care law.

Maintains Agency/program compliance with local, state, and federal laws as well as state accreditation standards.

Education: An advanced degree in nursing, either an MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) or DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice).

Experience: 3 years hospice/palliative experience, preferred.

Driver’s license and proof of current auto liability insurance; Environmental Conditions:

Works under a variety of conditions in facilities and offices; ability to work flexible schedule, ability to travel locally; Ability to travel.