Nurse Practitioner PRN
About The Position
The Nurse Practitioner serves on the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team and is responsible for the medical component of the Hospice Patient Care Program. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner collaborates with the Medical Director and Attending Physician to conduct certification and recertification assessments, including physical examinations and medical histories and physicals, and to diagnose and prescribe treatment and medications as needed. The role provides direction and guidance to the hospice program and coordinates with physicians, other Nurse Practitioners, staff, and volunteers to help maintain quality care for patients and families. The Nurse Practitioner also acts as a liaison between the hospice program and community physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and other healthcare providers to develop and expand hospice services. Direct medical care may be provided to patients in their homes, nursing homes, and hospitals. The Johnson City office serves facility and home patients in Washington, Sullivan, Carter, Johnson, and Unicoi counties. Compensation is $100 per visit.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Master’s Degree Nursing Program.
- Current ARNP license for the assigned state.
- Nursing experience.
- Training, experience, interest, and knowledge regarding the psychosocial and medical aspects of terminally ill patients.
- Self-directed, with excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to act as a liaison with the team and physicians.
- Up-to-date Notice and Formulary form.
- Current driver’s license for the state of residency.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Hospice or Home Care preferred.
- CHPN certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct hospice certification and recertification assessments, including physical examinations and medical histories and physicals.
- Diagnose patients and prescribe treatment and medications as needed, under the supervision of the Medical Director.
- Provide direction and guidance to the hospice program and collaborate with physicians, other Nurse Practitioners, staff, and volunteers to maintain quality care.
- Serve as a liaison between the hospice program and community physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and other healthcare providers.
- Provide direct medical care to patients in homes, nursing homes, and hospitals as needed.
- Help develop and expand the number of patients served by Hospice.
Benefits
- Bonus eligibility.
- Eligible for benefits within 60 days.
- Medical, dental, and vision health benefits.
- Health savings account.
- Earned time off.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Paid training.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
