Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) Per Diem

HopeHealth•Providence, RI

17d•$120,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

HopeHealth is seeking an experienced Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner for its affiliate HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care. The role provides care to seriously ill patients in inpatient and community settings, collaborating with referring providers and consultants to relieve suffering for patients and families. The Nurse Practitioner assesses and recommends treatment for burdensome symptoms, communicates serious news, and helps patients and families establish care goals compassionately and clearly. This is a per-diem position. To remain active in the role, the Nurse Practitioner must work at least two weekend shifts per month (Saturday or Sunday) at one of two large academic hospitals in Providence, Rhode Island. Additional flexibility to cover shifts at community hospitals during the week is desirable, including coverage for planned and unplanned absences on HopeHealth's inpatient palliative care teams. The position is not eligible for benefits. The stated annual salary range is $120,000–$145,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited master's degree program in nursing and/or a clinical doctorate program in nursing.
Certified as a Family, Geriatric, or Adult Nurse Practitioner and certified as a Registered Nurse Practitioner in Rhode Island.
One to three years of experience as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
At least two years of experience in geriatrics, acute care, hospice, or oncology.
Current Rhode Island and Massachusetts licenses as a registered nurse and Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
Current Rhode Island and Massachusetts prescriptive authority licenses, Rhode Island and Massachusetts controlled substance licenses, and a DEA license.
Valid driver's license and an automobile insured according to state and/or agency requirements and in good working order.
Ability to work a minimum of two weekend shifts per month at one of two academic hospitals in Providence to remain active in the role.

Nice To Haves

Nurse practitioner or physician assistant experience in palliative care.
Experience with pain and symptom management.
Knowledge of third-party reimbursement procedures and requirements.
Experience in hospice and palliative care, preferably with advanced practice certification in hospice and palliative care.
Primary care experience in a hospital or nursing home.
Flexibility to pick up weekday shifts at community hospitals.

Responsibilities

Conduct new and follow-up consultations for seriously ill adults in inpatient and outpatient settings, including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing facilities, hospitals, and clinics.
Complete pain assessments and recommend pain management approaches.
Assess and recommend management of non-pain symptoms, including nausea, fatigue, dyspnea, and anxiety.
Assess disease trajectory and comorbidities and formulate prognosis in conjunction with treating physicians.
Build positive, collaborative relationships with referring medical providers and organizations as a seasoned consultant.
Triage weekend consultations, prioritize urgent issues, and arrange appropriate follow-up for less urgent concerns.
Recommend further treatment and end-of-life options based on prognosis and formally elicited patient and family goals.
Counsel patients and families and coordinate care with providers and facilities.
Improve clinical outcomes by conducting research or applying the research findings of others.
Follow HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care policies and procedures and pertinent state and federal regulations.
Complete accurate and appropriate documentation and submit billing in a timely manner.
Apply organizational values and comply with quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control, and HIPAA policies and objectives.
Serve as an expert in hospice and palliative medicine, provide formal and informal education, and precept students or new hires.