Nurse Practitioner - PPV

Compassus • San Antonio, TX

73d

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner - PPV is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Nurse Practitioner, if providing palliative care, cares for patients facing chronic, complex, and/or life-threatening conditions at various locations within the flow of patient care. S/he provides assessments, disease and treatment education, and symptom management to meet the needs of palliative care patients and their families. The Nurse Practitioner helps the patient and family maintain their maximum level of comfort and coping. S/he provides care and support in collaboration with the PCP and specialists; and ensures compliance with practice standards and codes. S/he must collaborate appropriately with the assigned Compassus Medical Director. S/he must flex schedule to meet agency needs. The Nurse Practitioner, if providing hospice care, functions as an extension of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and hospice physician to provide routine recertification and emergency assessments, educational, and evaluative services to meet the needs of patients and their families. S/he helps the patient and family maintain their maximum level of comfort and coping. S/he flexes schedule to meet agency visit needs and may be asked to provide after-hours emergency visits and/or admissions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one (1) year nursing practice or equivalent experience required for hospice care; hospice, oncology, or home health and/or long-term care preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years nursing experience required for palliative care; clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, intensive care preferred.
• Active and unencumbered CNS or Nurse Practitioner license in state of employment required.
• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner in Adult, Family, Acute, or Geriatric required.
• Active NPI number.
• Maintain active DEA certification if state allows prescription of controlled substances by APPs.

Nice To Haves

• Board Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and emergency assessments for hospice care.
• Completes routine and emergency recertification visits on each patient entering their 3rd benefit period or beyond.
• Records observations, treatments, and other pertinent information.
• Communicates with Medical Director, Attending Physician, DCS and IDT regarding findings from visits.
• Provides physical and emotional care to support the patient and family in periods of crisis.
• Prevents unwarranted hospitalizations by meeting patient and family needs in the home.
• Performs routine and emergency assessments related to outpatient palliative care visits.
• Assists with diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic health conditions.
• Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory and radiology tests within scope of professional practice.
• Prescribes medications including controlled substances to the extent delegated and licensed.
• Orders treatments and durable medical equipment as indicated.
• Performs other therapeutic or corrective measures as indicated.
• Consults with palliative care physician or designees as needed.
• Assists in all facets of care coordination for palliative care referrals.
• Prepares and maintains accurate patient records, charts, and documents.
• Complies with applicable laws and regulations with respect to Collaborative Agreements.
• Initiates reimbursement for services rendered.
• Assists patients and families with goal setting related to treatment options and advanced care planning.
• Provides training and continuing education for staff.
• Assists in development of clinical practice guidelines/standards.
• Adheres to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and the organization.
• Participates in supervision of other trainees, including medical students, residents, fellows, and social work and psychology trainees.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Flexible time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs designed for your well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees