Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

Empatia • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Empatia, part of Gentiva, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced palliative care to patients in their homes. The role focuses on helping patients achieve the highest possible quality of life while managing complex medical needs. The Nurse Practitioner works autonomously in collaboration with the Palliative Medical Director and interdisciplinary care team, providing care and guiding patients and families through treatment.

The position requires advanced patient assessment, individualized care planning, treatment management, medication prescribing and diagnostic-test ordering as permitted by state law, and accurate clinical documentation. The Nurse Practitioner also communicates with healthcare professionals and caregivers, facilitates appropriate referrals, and participates in an evening and weekend call rotation as needed.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing, or equivalent as permitted by state law.
• A minimum of two years of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong independent decision-making abilities and self-motivation.
• Understanding of palliative medicine principles, home health, hospice care eligibility, and Medicare/Medicaid regulations.
• Familiarity with the interdisciplinary care process.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements for Gentiva and licensing boards.
• Proficiency with point-of-care software and technology.
• Ability to work autonomously in an advanced practice role.
• Current RN license and Nurse Practitioner certification/license as required by state law.
• Collaborative agreement with a supervising physician, or willingness to establish one.
• Part B Provider certification.
• Federal DEA license and state DEA license if required.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty in Family or Adult Medicine.
• Experience with Part B billing.
• ACHPN certification in Hospice and Palliative Care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care.
• Perform in-depth physical, emotional, and psychosocial patient assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in partnership with patients and families.
• Manage and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and progress.
• Prescribe medications, including controlled substances, and order diagnostic tests as permitted by state law.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in an evening and weekend call rotation as needed.
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• National and local recognition programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
• Generous paid time off and seven paid holidays for full-time associates.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and Joint & Spine Concierge Care, for full-time associates.
• Education support and tuition assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) for full-time associates.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time associates.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage, for full-time associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level