Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Ocean Healthcare • Paramus, NJ

2d

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Nurse Practitioner to provide face-to-face patient visits and clinical oversight throughout the North Jersey service area. The role supports high-quality, patient-centered hospice care, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The position oversees a northern territory that includes Bergen, Morris, Essex, Hudson, Warren, and Union counties; responsibilities also describe team support across Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Sussex, and Essex counties. Travel throughout North Jersey is required.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted New Jersey Nurse Practitioner license.
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP, AGNP, or related specialty).
• Strong knowledge of Medicare hospice regulations, including face-to-face requirements.
• Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a regional territory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; travel throughout North Jersey is required.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice and/or palliative care experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face hospice eligibility visits in accordance with Medicare guidelines.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine continued hospice eligibility.
• Provide oversight and support to hospice teams across the designated North Jersey counties.
• Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, social workers, and care teams to develop and update individualized care plans.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.
• Provide guidance and education to staff regarding hospice regulations and best practices.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and patient care outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Supportive interdisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives.
• Professional growth within a growing hospice organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed