Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Ohio Living•Thomasville, GA

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job. Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership and care. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the provision of preventive medical, palliative, and educational services to promote patient health and wellness and uses standard software and the comprehensive clinical-financial computer system ensuring compliance in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. Across our 11 life plan communities, we offer a range of options from independent living apartments and villas to specialized memory care and everything in between. Whether it's a helping hand or skilled nursing care, we're here to provide support at every stage of life's journey. But our commitment doesn't stop at our doorstep. Between Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice and Ohio Living Palliative Medicine, we extend our care to over 10 million Ohioans in the 43 counties we serve. We also offer provider-owned physician and nurse practitioner services, a Medicare Advantage plan, and pharmacy services — because health and wellness go hand in hand. The Ohio Living Foundation raises millions of dollars each year to support the people and programs of Ohio Living. From charity care to special programs and beyond, they’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve and ensuring that no one is left behind. At Ohio Living, our mission is that heart of all we do. For over 100 years, it has been our promise to care, to support, and to enrich the lives of our residents and communities.

Requirements

Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) required.
Current Certificate of Prescriptive Authority or Externship Certificate to Prescribe.
Two years experience in the home health and/or hospice field required.
Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet required.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive medical and social histories and performs physical examination of healthy, acutely ill, chronically ill patients or terminal patients.
Treats common acute illnesses, chronic and stable health conditions through prescribing medications and other treatments.
Orders and interprets lab tests and x-rays.
Provides information, instruction, and counseling on health maintenance, health promotion, social problems, illness prevention, illness management, palliative care and medication use.
Refers patients to other health professionals as needed.
Communicates with staff members, patients and families to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Completes documentation accurately and timely while maintaining state, federal and agency regulation.
Participates in quality improvement projects.
Commitment to excellent customer service for internal and external customers.
All other duties as assigned.