Palliative Nurse Practitioner

HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE•Prince Frederick, MD

2d•$100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Supportive (Palliative) Care Nurse Practitioner is a primary member of the Supportive practice and will play a vital role in building a support network for people with advanced, complex illness in and around Calvert County. The nurse practitioner will treat patients with cancer, chronic illness or dementing and debilitating diseases and must be willing to see patients in a variety of settings including traditional homes, nursing rehab facilities, assisted living facilities or any place of residence, and our outpatient supportive care clinics. Office Location: Prince Frederick, MD

Requirements

Master’s in nursing with specialization in Adult, Geriatric or Family Medicine, Oncology or closely related fields.
Active Maryland NP License and State and Federal controlled substance registration.
Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Care required within 2 years of employment.
DEA and Controlled substance registration, in good standing
Interest in education of ‘next gen’ providers such as nurse practitioner students.
Minimum of two years’ experience in treating seriously ill adult patients.
Demonstrated understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy of Palliative Care
Familiarity with hospice, home care and adult social services.
Fluent in the ethical and legal issues surrounding end of life care and prescribing controlled substances.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills required.
Basic computer skills, including knowledge of word processing and the ability to provide automated recordkeeping on patients.
Demonstrated ability to navigate an EMR
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with/without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provide initial consultation and follow up visits as appropriate in hospital, nursing rehab, inpatient units, outpatient Supportive Care Center or place of residence
Assess symptom burden, and craft treatment plans to reduce unnecessary suffering.
Participate in advanced care planning discussions including recommendations for resuscitation status with supportive documentation and billing
Lead family meetings
Provide coaching in behavioral change or mind-body techniques to reduce illness exacerbations.
Respond to phone questions from patients, families or members of the interdisciplinary team, including hospice nurses, for treatment options.
Document and bill appropriately for services.
Conduct in-service offerings for appropriate staff and community partners to raise awareness of Supportive Care issues and criteria for appropriate patients.
Provide on call services as assigned
Develop and maintain relationships with the hospital and/or facility staff.
Meet with providers in private practice to develop and maintain referring relationships.
Authorize prescriptions through the electronic system, complete electronic death certifications, and advise nursing and referral sources as required.
Other duties as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer or Director of Chesapeake Supportive Care