Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Compass Regional Hospice•Centreville, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Compass, we believe that working in this industry is more than just a job—it is a calling. We understand that it is not a path chosen by everyone, but for those who feel drawn to this work, we warmly invite you to explore this and other opportunities available within our organization. Accepting a position with Compass means stepping into a role that extends far beyond the responsibilities of any single individual. Our team structure is intentionally designed to foster support and collaboration among all members. This approach allows us to dedicate our energies to what truly matters: delivering outstanding care to our patients and their families during one of life's most significant moments.

Requirements

Must hold a current advanced practice license with appropriate certification in the State of Maryland
Must have advanced clinical assessment and pain management skills with knowledge of current palliative medicine standards and practices
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and the ability to exercise good judgment in emergency situations and ability to maintain effectiveness in stressful environments
Supports and identities with Compass’ philosophy of interdisciplinary approach to patient care planning and delivery
Successfully completes orientation
Flexible and able to work on several projects simultaneously
Able to work harmoniously with diverse individuals and groups
Willingness to advance knowledge and skills
Must attend in-services and workshops as appropriate
An ability to cope with the stress of continual loss
Possesses physical ability to perform job-related duties which may require lifting, standing, bending, transferring, stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, partial or complete assistance with activities of daily living without assistance from another health care worker or significant other.
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
Must have strong computer skills, proficient with EMR software, and able to use a computer and other office equipment to document patient information.
Must be able to hear to process directions and requests from doctors, employees, patients, and other individuals.
Must be able to drive to visit patients’ homes for supervision and patient care.
Must complete required vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

Must complete Hospice and Palliative Care Certification (HPCC) within 24 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

Determination of appropriateness of patients seeking Palliative Care services and providing specialized care and support to patients receiving Palliative Care services.
Collaboration with Compass’ Medical Director(s), the patient’s attending physicians, and specialists for the purpose of coordination of care to meet the medical needs of the patient while focusing on effective pain and symptom management.
Collaboration with external referral sources to increase access to hospice services when the patient is deemed appropriate.
Clarifying goals of care, addressing end of life issues and care, and transition planning into hospice care.
Provide comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnosis, and prescribe treatments and medication under the protocol, in the direct management of, acute and chronic illness and disease.
Perform Face-to-Face visits as required for certification and re-certification of patient eligibility; provide consultation and visits to patients at home, long term care facilities, inpatient facilities, or other residence, as needed.
Attend Palliative Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings, and facilitate discussion of patients, allowing for full staff discussion, consultation, and evaluation.
Follow ethical and legal standards established by the medical and nursing communities as the basis for patient advocacy.
Maintain up-to-date patient records through EMR to assure patient problems, plans, actions, and goals are accurately and clearly stated, and changes are reflected as they occur, including new information obtained during Palliative IDG meetings.
Ensure all documentation is completed within established agency guidelines and meets regulatory requirements.