Part Time Hospice Nurse Practitioner (20 hours / week)

Iowa Care Community Inc, Iowa City Hospice, Visiting Nurse Association•Iowa City, IA

About The Position

Do you feel called to make a profound impact in the lives of individuals within your community who are facing life-limiting illnesses? Are you passionate about bringing comfort, dignity, and hope to those navigating life’s most challenging moments? At Iowa City Hospice, we believe end-of-life care is more than a service—it’s a mission of compassion and humanity. We are seeking a Hospice Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to join our dedicated team 20 hours per week. This role is more than a job—it’s a purpose-driven opportunity to uphold dignity, compassion, and excellence in care. By joining us, you will help transform end-of-life experiences into moments of grace and support for patients and the families who love them. Help us turn care into a mission of hope and humanity. Together, we can ensure every patient experiences comfort, respect, and meaning during life’s final chapter.

Requirements

Valid Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license in the state of practice.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to patient care.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge of hospice regulations, policies, and best practices.
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
BSN and certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) from an approved Nursing program.
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with specialization in adult-gerontology, palliative care, or hospice care and a minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience as a nurse practitioner, preferably.
Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Iowa.
Proof of driver’s license and current insurance coverage.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and prescriptive skills.
Knowledge of palliative care principles, pain management strategies, and end-of-life care best practices.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and counseling skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership in palliative care initiatives.
Demonstrates leadership and decision making abilities through effective interpersonal skills, knowledge of current and future nursing trends, and adhering to ethics, standards, and the support of agency policies and procedures.
All offers of employment are conditioned upon the result of a criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, as required by law and a negative finding on the Office of Inspector General’s Excluded Provider List.

Nice To Haves

Certification in hospice and palliative care preferred.
Proven experience in hospice, palliative, or geriatric care is highly desirable.
Two years of hospice or home health nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Provide symptom management, pain control, and emotional support to patients and their families in accordance with hospice care standards.
Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of practice and ensure proper documentation of all clinical activities.
Educate patients and families about disease progression, treatment options, and end-of-life care preferences.
Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.
Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed to ensure comfort and dignity.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational policies.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.