Nurse Practitioner Hospice NP
Frontier Hospice•Edmond, OK
About The Position
Frontier Hospice is hiring a per diem Hospice Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive hospice care in and around the Edmond area. The role includes evaluating health histories, assessing patients, promoting health and well-being, diagnosing medical conditions, and managing health problems through personalized care plans. The Nurse Practitioner works with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare practitioners to provide holistic, supportive care for people with terminal illnesses. Care is provided under the supervision of a collaborating physician and in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act. Per diem Nurse Practitioners are paid $125 per visit.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner licenses in the state of practice.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex problems.
- Computer proficiency, including typing and experience with various programs and electronic medical records.
- Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree.
- At least one year of hospice or palliative care experience as an RN or NP.
- Certification in a specialist area, such as Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN), pediatrics, or geriatrics.
- CPR certification, if required by the state.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive medical care, palliate and manage terminal illnesses, and comply with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a collaborating physician.
- Consult with the patient's attending physician, hospice medical director, and other healthcare practitioners to assess hospice eligibility and collaborate on ongoing care and medical management related to the terminal condition.
- Review clinical information and coordinate and oversee patient care with the hospice interdisciplinary team and other healthcare practitioners.
- Educate and counsel patients and families about preventative care, medical problems, psychological issues, and spiritual concerns.
- Work with the interdisciplinary team to identify care goals and address the needs of patients and their families or caregivers.
- Recommend to the Hospice Medical Director whether patients meet eligibility requirements for initial hospice certification and recertification.
- Maintain current knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, state, and federal hospice service rules and regulations, and ensure compliance.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of PTO and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
