Nurse Practitioner

St. Croix Hospice • Topeka, KS

3d

About The Position

At St. Croix Hospice, the Nurse Practitioner supports patients and families during advanced illness by providing skilled medical care and compassionate guidance. The role helps families understand care options and what to expect, supporting decisions that reflect the patient’s values and goals. Through oversight of medications, treatments, and recertifications, the Nurse Practitioner helps ensure continuity of care so families can focus on comfort, dignity, and meaningful time together.

The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical care for terminally ill patients, including assessments, diagnostic interpretation, and individualized care plans. The role also involves prescribing medications and treatments, completing hospice recertification face-to-face assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and physicians, and educating and supporting patients, families, and caregivers around end-of-life care.

Requirements

• Current Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the state(s) of practice.
• Degree from an accredited NP program.
• Minimum two years of RN experience.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance.
• Ability to pass background and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice or palliative care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care for terminally ill patients, including assessments, diagnostic interpretation, and individualized care plans.
• Prescribe medications and treatments.
• Complete hospice recertification face-to-face assessments and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and physicians to manage symptoms and maintain continuity of care.
• Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers on end-of-life care, including medical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to HIPAA standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time