NP Hospice Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
Nurse Practitioner – Hospice (Lakeland, FL) Compassionate Care Hospice, an Amedisys Company This position is based in Lakeland, FL and requires daily travel within Polk County. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Make a difference every day as an Amedisys nurse practitioner Join CCH/Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home. What We Offer: Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits Monday–Friday flex schedule, no weekends Opportunities for professional growth A supportive, team-oriented environment Salary Range: $118,000-125,000 annually, plus bonus opportunities. Final compensation may vary based on experience and skills. Benefits That Matter Full Benefits Package – Choose from affordable PPO or HSA medical plans Generous PTO – support your personal time and well-being Up to $1,000 in Free Healthcare Services annually when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan Wellness Rewards – Earn up to $500 for completing wellness activities. Use rewards for spa treatments, gym memberships, hobbies, pet care, cell phone fees and more Mental Health Support – Up to five free counseling sessions per year 401(k) Retirement Plan – With a competitive company match Family Support – Including infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, and paid parental and caregiver leave Fleet Vehicle Program – Restrictions apply, plus mileage reimbursement And More – Additional perks to support your health, happiness, and career growth Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Technology Used • HCHB = Proprietary Real-time database • Enclara Pharmacy solutions with 24/7 access • IPrescribe – Efficiencies with medication management • Forcura – Document management system • Medline - Supply ordering system • TalentEDGE - Amedisys' premier learning center • EBSCO - Nursing Resource Center for CEUs • Tablet with voice dictation and mileage tracking • Outlook added to Teams, Chat, Yammer
Requirements
- Current and unencumbered license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state the employee is assigned to work by the Company.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Nurse Practitioner or minimum of one (1) year experience as a hospice Registered Nurse in last three (3) years.
- Must have the authority to practice as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided.
- Must have the authority to prescribe as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided.
- Must have obtained Medicare billing privileges as a nurse practitioner.
- Must meet physician-nurse practitioner restrictive collaborative requirements specific to state assigned to work by the Company and supply a copy of all active collaborating physician agreements and indicate whether these will be transferable to your employment with Amedisys.
- Must have insurance required by state law for nurse practitioners to practice [and prescribe] in the state where services are provided or be eligible for such insurance requirements to be satisfied by group coverage with an employer.
- Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement and coding for all levels of service - home, office, nursing home, assisted living, etc., Medicaid and other regulatory requirements.
- Current CPR certification.
- Hospice or home health experience experience minimum 1 year.
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable with daily travel between facilities
- Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems, HCHB exp.
Responsibilities
- Communicate significant findings, problems, changes in condition or environment to the clinical manager/attending physician and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Complete face to face encounters and assesses the following: disease related changes, decline in function, adherence and effectiveness of pain and symptom regimen, the patient and family coping mechanisms and quality of life.
- Order and review appropriate lab, x-rays, EKG's and other diagnostic procedures for palliation and treatment of the terminal disease as dictated by the patient's condition and documents the treatment plan accordingly and reviews results with collaborating physician.
- Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the patient's needs.
- Actively participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Monday–Friday flex schedule, no weekends
- Opportunities for professional growth
- A supportive, team-oriented environment
- Full Benefits Package – Choose from affordable PPO or HSA medical plans
- Generous PTO – support your personal time and well-being
- Up to $1,000 in Free Healthcare Services annually when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan
- Wellness Rewards – Earn up to $500 for completing wellness activities. Use rewards for spa treatments, gym memberships, hobbies, pet care, cell phone fees and more
- Mental Health Support – Up to five free counseling sessions per year
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – With a competitive company match
- Family Support – Including infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, and paid parental and caregiver leave
- Fleet Vehicle Program – Restrictions apply, plus mileage reimbursement
- Additional perks to support your health, happiness, and career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
