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<div>Palliative Nurse Practitioner opening at Anew

PRN Hours Available in Indianapolis!

Anew Palliative Care LLC is Indiana owned and operated with Hoosier hospitality ingrained in everything we do. We&rsquo;re committed to providing compassionate care, clinical excellence and outstanding customer service to our patients and their families at the end of life. Creating a positive experience through comfort and support is our number one priority.

Our team is growing! Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?

Are you a Nurse Practitioner who values balance, independence, and time to recharge? Join our team in Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas, where you&rsquo;ll enjoy the freedom to manage your own schedule, and have the support of a team that respects your time&mdash;both on and off the clock.
The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner is a registered professional nurse with advanced graduate education and clinical training who provides comprehensive home care services in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act. He/She provides palliative care through the evaluation and assessment of the health history, health promotion, diagnosing medical conditions, management of health problems by directing and developing the plan of care, prescribing medications or treatments, coordinating and collaborating with patients, families and other healthcare practitioners.

Under the supervision of a physician, the nurse practitioner visits patients, completes physical assessments, performs face to face assessments, as appropriate, and begins the development of the palliative care plan of care in consultation with the palliative care interdisciplinary team. The nurse practitioner builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the need of individuals and families within their homes and communities.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Provides medical care, palliates and manages terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act.</li>
<li>Completes history and physical examinations, by evaluating the patient's medical condition and health history, ordering and interpreting results from laboratory and diagnostic tests or procedures, diagnosing health conditions and documents the findings in the patient's medical record.</li>
<li>Manages acute and chronic health conditions and terminal illnesses by developing an individualized plan of care, prescribing medications (to the extent permitted by licensure) and or treatments, obtaining consultations or making referrals and coordinating hospice care services.</li>
<li>Reviews clinical information, coordinates and oversees patient care in consultation with the palliative care interdisciplinary team and other healthcare practitioners.</li>
<li>Assures that patient receives appropriate measures to control symptoms through collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.</li>
<li>Reviews and develops protocols for treatment and proposes options for interventions based on the current medical literature.</li>
<li>Consults the collaborating physician or organizational leadership when the patient's plan of care is outside standardized practice and protocols.</li>
</ul>
EDUCATION &amp; QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.</li>
<li>Current nursing licensure in State and CPR certification, as required by organizational policy.</li>
<li>Master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience who has training in palliative care and/or hospice care; clinical experience in hospice or palliative care; or one who has, or is eligible for, palliative care certification.</li>
<li>Pediatrics: Must have experience and/or training in the developmental stages and needs of infants, children and adolescents.</li>
<li>Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by State.</li>
<li>Certification in a specialist area preferred; (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN), Pediatrics or Geriatrics).</li>
<li>Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skill, problem solving skills, mathematical skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.</li>
<li>Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.</li>
<li>Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.</li>
</ul>
Take advantage of an attractive compensation and benefits package including:
<ul>
<li>Tuition assistance</li>
<li>Room for advancement</li>
<li>Manage your own schedule</li>
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Cell Phone Allowance</li></ul></div>

Palliative Nurse Practitioner PRN

VIA Health Partners

<div>VIA Health Partners is an industry leader and top-10 nationally ranked provider of end-of-life care. More importantly we are proud to be a community based, not for profit hospice &amp; palliative care provider. We have deep community roots, with decades of experience serving ALL patients&rsquo; and families&rsquo; needs regardless of their ability to pay or their medical complexity. We are a people first organization whose funds go to serve our mission.
Due to our significant growth, we are looking for amazing new staff who share these same values. Apply now and be a part of our success story.
We provide excellent benefits including:
<ul><li>Medical, Vision, and Dental plans through BCBS</li><li>
28 days of Paid Time Off</li><li>
Excellent mileage reimbursement rate
</li><li>403b Retirement plan with matching</li><li>
Focused programs honoring Veteran patients</li><li>
Assistance with achieving Certified Hospice &amp; Palliative Nurse (CHPN)</li><li>
Best Orientation and Onboarding program you&rsquo;ve experienced</li><li>
Seasoned Hospice leaders guiding your career growth</li></ul>
Essential Functions<ul><li>
Patient Focused<ul><li>
Reviews available medical records for all new Palliative Medicine referrals.
</li><li>Manages high and medium acuity patient contacts per acuity scale recommendations. As well as low acuity that are in long term care communities.
</li><li>Documents visits, contacts, and communication in electronic medical records.</li><li>
Serves as the point-of-contact for palliative medicine patients, their families, healthcare providers, and the long-term care communities.
</li><li>Facilitates transitions to hospice that are seamless for the referral source, patient, and family.
</li><li>Collaborates with NP to manage scheduling of visits in all settings.
</li><li>Provides education to patients and families about disease processes, symptom management, and advance care directives. LPN Liaisons will provide teaching as directed by NP or RN.
</li><li>Collaborates with the NP to monitor efficacy of interventions related to palliative care needs. LPN Liaisons will collect and report a focused appraisal of the patient&rsquo;s health status.
</li><li>Uses electronic medical record and standard office software to manage patient data and communication between staff and healthcare providers.
</li><li>Collaborates with other PM team members to effectively balance workload of referrals and patient census.
</li></ul></li><li>Community Education<ul><li>
Coordinates with the Strategic Account Manager to provide education to long-term care community staff, referral sources, and families about hospice and palliative medicine, disease process and advance care directives.</li><li>
Provides impromptu community staff education on palliative care topics when the opportunity arises.</li></ul></li><li>
Customer Service<ul><li>
Collaborates with VIA administrative staff, Referral Center staff and community staff to maintain a seamless referral process.</li><li>
Maintains a collaborative relationship with VIA and with key community staff members to promote business development.</li><li>
Assists in performing service recovery when community expectations are not met.</li><li>
Communicates with the Strategic Account Manager and the AVP to keep them abreast of any changes in the communities.</li><li>
Participates in VIA sponsored community appreciation functions, when possible.</li></ul></li><li>
Other<ul><li>
Assists in the development of policies and procedures utilizing own clinical expertise.</li><li>
Provides education to VIA staff on palliative medicine topics.</li></ul></li><li>
May perform other duties as required</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>
A Diploma or associate degree in nursing is required; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree preferred.</li><li>
A current, active, and unrestricted compact (multistate) license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is required.</li><li>
The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows a registered nurse (RN) and licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) to have one multistate license in a primary state of residency (the home state) and to practice in other compact states (remote states), while subject to each state&rsquo;s practice laws and discipline.</li><li>
Current CPR required; CHPN preferred.</li><li>
Minimum 2 years related experience. Experience in direct care of patients with life limiting illnesses required. Related experience may include hospice and palliative care; family medicine; internal medicine; geriatrics, oncology; home health care; medical surgical.</li><li>
Ability to perform nursing assessments required.</li><li>
Computer proficiency is required</li></ul></div>

Palliative Nurse Liaison - Burke/McDowell

AdvisaCare

<div>
 
 What's your purpose? Wonder how AdvisaCare fits with your career goals? Apply today and let's explore how we can support you in achieving your goals!
 
 
 
 "Are you a
 
 Nurse Practitioner
 
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 AdvisaCare Hospice and Palliative Care Program
 
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 We are looking for someone who holds our universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need our services.
 
 
 If this is you, please provide your resume and let's schedule a time to discuss your professional journey.
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
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 Current unrestricted Nurse Practitioner in Michigan required
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 Minimum of one-year experience in a Medicare-certified home health/hospice agency preferred
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 Demonstrated knowledge of home health nursing/hospice and/or outpatient services preferred
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 Willing and able to meet the agency need to support hospice Medical Director/designee
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 Understanding of performance improvement with the ability to communicate and operationalize performance improvement initiatives at the departmental and organizational level
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 Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgement, effective organizational, prioritization and follow-through skills, attention to detail, tact, dependability, emotional intelligence, ability to maintain confidentiality and promote positive, constructive relationships with communication and collaboration at all levels required
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 Positive, professional interpersonal skills
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 Meets health requirements demanded of all clinical/field staff who provide service through the agency
 
 
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 Position Specific Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Performs routine and urgent assessments:
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 Availability PRN/Part Time
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 Conducts medical evaluations of predominantly elderly, frail, seriously ill patients in their home environment
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 Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory and radiology tests within scope of professional practice to assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs
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 Prescribes medications including controlled substances to the extent delegated and licensed.
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 Orders treatments and durable medical equipment as indicated.
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 Performs other therapeutic measures as indicated.
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 Assists patients and families in identification of goals of treatment and ongoing plans of care at every visit. Communicates these goals among Interdisciplinary Team.
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 Consults with palliative care physician or designees as needed, informs primary physician of services provided and collaborate with other physicians as needed.
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 Assists in all facets of care coordination for palliative care referrals.
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 Prepares and maintains accurate patient records, charts, and documents to support sound medical practice and reimbursement for services provided.
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 Ensuring continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patient and other members of the multidisciplinary care team or with other specialty areas
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 Participates in Quality Assurance activities and committee related to Nurse Practitioner scope of practice and policies/procedures
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 Complies with applicable laws and regulations with respect to Collaborative Agreements.
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 Provides training and ongoing education and onboarding support for staff.
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 Defines goals for professional growth and participates actively in professional activities and organizations.
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 Engages in active and frequent self-care activities for personal and professional growth and longevity.
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 Adheres to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and the Organization.
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 Collaborates/communicates with Medical Director, attending Physician, hospital staff, and Interdisciplinary Team:
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 Participates in Interdisciplinary Team meeting bi-weekly.
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 Collaborates/communicates with Interdisciplinary Team needs of patient for clinical and psycho-social interventions.
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 Assists in identifying the need for intervention of other Interdisciplinary Team members.
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 Effectively communicates patient and family needs to Interdisciplinary Team.
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 Completes and submits required clinical documentation within 24 hours of visit completion.
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 Educates patient and caregiver regarding:
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 Care of patient.
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 Disease process
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 Goal setting.
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 Symptom control.
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 Treatment options.
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 Prognosis.
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 Advance Care Planning.
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 Supervises nurse trainees, including graduate and advanced practice nurses in field placements
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 Must be able to operate an automobile/has access to personal transportation
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 Able to lift/transfer/push/pull up to 100 pounds infrequently using assistive techniques and devices appropriate to manage the task
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 Must be able to complete multi-tasks and meet multi-deadlines
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 Proactively promotes census growth and seeks to offer care that meets the unmet diverse needs of the community
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 Performs other duties as assigned
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</div>

Hospice and Palliative Nurse Practitioner

<div>VIA Health Partners is an industry leader and top-10 nationally ranked provider of end-of-life care. More importantly we are proud to be a community based, not for profit hospice &amp; palliative care provider. We have deep community roots, with decades of experience serving ALL patients&rsquo; and families&rsquo; needs regardless of their ability to pay or their medical complexity. We are a people first organization whose funds go to serve our mission.
Due to our significant growth, we are looking for amazing new staff who share these same values. Apply now and be a part of our success story.
We provide excellent benefits including:
<ul><li>Medical, Vision, and Dental plans through BCBS</li><li>
28 days of Paid Time Off</li><li>
Excellent mileage reimbursement rate
</li><li>403b Retirement plan with matching</li><li>
Focused programs honoring Veteran patients</li><li>
Assistance with achieving Certified Hospice &amp; Palliative Nurse (CHPN)</li><li>
Best Orientation and Onboarding program you&rsquo;ve experienced</li><li>
Seasoned Hospice leaders guiding your career growth</li></ul>
Essential Functions
In addition to the general services outlined by the Board HPCCR Nurse Practitioners will also provide the following specific services related to the care of patients with advanced life threatening/life limiting illnesses:<ul><li>
Promotes the highest quality of end of life care including hospice care and widespread use of advanced directives.</li><li>
Prevents suffering and alleviation of physical, spiritual, and psychological pain.</li><li>
Diagnoses, treats, and manages pain and other symptoms frequently experienced by patients at the end of life.</li><li>
Guides and counsels patients and their families regarding disease progression, prognosis and the benefits/burdens of therapeutic measures, tests, procedures, and drugs.</li><li>
Prescribes and/or recommends therapeutic measures, tests, procedures, and drugs (including narcotics) in accordance within the ethical principles of medicine.</li><li>
Plans for situations beyond the nurse practitioner&rsquo;s expertise and conferring with the Medical Director, or a Medical Services Physician as appropriate.</li><li>
Serves as an end-of-life care education resource both within the organization and in the outside community.</li><li>
Pursues actively and passionately educational opportunities that lead to improved outcomes.
</li></ul>As part of the comprehensive and compassionate care of patients with advanced life threatening/life limiting illnesses a Nurse Practitioner may utilize the following strategies:<ul><li>
Evaluates patients by performing history and physical examinations.</li><li>
Discusses patient with attending physicians, consultants, nursing staff, and other medical professionals.
</li><li>Prescribes systemic and topical drug therapies including narcotics for the pain and other symptoms.</li><li>
Conducts patient/family meetings to review medical issues and establish goals of care.</li><li>
Provides general psychosocial support.</li><li>
Refers for diet/exercise therapies.</li><li>
Recommends other non-pharmacological therapies such as massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and music therapy.</li><li>
Recommends additional psychosocial counseling by mental health professionals.</li><li>
Prescribes medical supplies and equipment.</li><li>
Recommends appropriate diagnostic tests and studies.</li><li>
Reviews and discusses advance care directives.</li><li>
Recommends referral to hospice services.</li><li>
Participates in team discussions regarding patient care to gain insight and suggestions.</li><li>
Self directs learning to remain up-to-date on current trends in hospice and palliative medicine.</li></ul>
The following list is a general outline of the basic duties of a Nurse Practitioner:<ul><li>
Provides comprehensive medical care to VIA patients.</li><li>
Serves as a medical resource for VIA staff.</li><li>
Assists in staff training.</li><li>
Assists in education and training of healthcare professionals and public.</li><li>
Optimizes cost-effective plan of care.</li><li>
Assists in the development of policies.</li><li>
Maximizes clinical efficiency to ensure reimbursement is optimized.</li><li>
Enhances palliative and hospice care by promoting increased and earlier referrals to palliative medicine and hospice.</li><li>
Submit billing and documentation according to policy.</li></ul>
Accommodates requests from the Medical Director, either directly or indirectly through his/her agent, to add or modify the duties to accomplish the team and organization goals<ul><li>
Submit all billing and documentation according to established policy.</li><li>
May perform other duties as required.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum 1 year related experience. Experience in direct care of patients with life limiting illnesses required. Related experience may include hospice and palliative care; family medicine; internal medicine; geriatrics, oncology; home health care; medical surgical.</div>

Palliative Nurse Practitioner - Burke/McDowell

Ennoble Care

<div><div>About Us

Ennoble Care is a mobile primary care, palliative care, and hospice service provider with patients in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, DC, Virginia, Oklahoma, Kansas, Pennsylvania, and Georgia. Ennoble Care's clinicians go to the home of the patient, providing continuum of care for those with chronic conditions and limited mobility. Ennoble Care offers a variety of programs including, remote patient monitoring, behavioral health management, and chronic care management, to ensure that our patients receive the highest quality of care by a team they know and trust. We seek individuals who are driven to make a difference and embody our motto, &quot;To Care is an Honor.&quot; Join Ennoble Care today!</div>
Purpose:

We are looking for an experienced Palliative Nurse Practitioner to provide palliative care to patients. You will apply medical techniques and principles under the supervision of a physician and you will care for a diverse set of patients with chronic diseases.

What You'll Do:
<ul>
<li>Provide high quality care to primary and palliative patients in and around (Camen/Gloucester, NJ)</li>
<li>Assess patient's health by performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories and creating the best plan for care.</li>
<li>Effectively communicate with office staff and clinical operations across various internal platforms</li>
<li>Provide high quality, patient centered care to a panel of patients</li>
<li>Attend quarterly medical staff meetings</li>
<li>Develop impressions, diagnosis, and treatment plans</li>
<li>Foster trust and consult with patients, families, and caregivers during visits</li>
<li>Order diagnostic testing as medically necessary</li>
<li>Prescribe medications supplies and appropriate medically necessary interventions</li>
</ul>
What You'll Need:
<ul>
<li>Board Certified, with a valid NP or PA certification in the state of New Jersey</li>
<li>Strong clinical skills with the ability to accurately and confidently treat, assess, and diagnose</li>
<li>Positive demeanor and strong people skills</li>
<li>Ability to confidently problem solve and operate independently</li>
<li>1-2 years of primary care experience with geriatric patients (hospice experience highly preferred but not required)</li>
</ul>
What you'll get:
<ul>
<li>A flexible schedule - so you can see your patients during a schedule that works for you</li>
<li>Autonomy - so you can feel trusted to provide the best care possible.</li>
<li>Support - from our in-house clinical team with any requests or orders.</li>
<li>Growth - the opportunity to join our growing leadership team</li>
</ul>
Salary Range:
<ul>
<li>$$+ (depending on experience and other incentives)</li></ul><div> 
Full-time employees qualify for the following benefits:
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, Vision and supplementary benefits such as Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity.</li>
<li>Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Paid Office Holidays</li>
</ul>
All employees qualify for these benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid Sick Time</li>
<li>401(k) with up to 3% company match</li>
<li>Referral Program</li>
<li>Payactiv: pay-on-demand. Cash out earned money when and where you need it!</li>
</ul>
Candidates must disclose any current or future need for employment-based immigration sponsorship (including, but not limited to, OPT, STEM OPT, or visa sponsorship) before an offer of employment is extended.

Ennoble Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring the best team possible, and does not discriminate against protected characteristics including but not limited to - race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, disability, and veteran status.</div></div>

Palliative Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Novant Health

<div>What We're Looking For:

Novant Health Medical Group is looking for a compassionate, experienced Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner to join a compassionate well-established full spectrum program offering inpatient, outpatient and community-based Palliative care services in Charlotte, NC. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team that promotes team wellness and career development opportunities.
Utilize your critical thinking and symptom management skills to elevate the care of the most vulnerable patients. Our dedicated team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing staff, chaplains, social workers, and other healthcare providers strive to ensure relief from the symptom burden and stress of a serious illness. We partner with our patients, families, and community to achieve the best quality of life.<div> 
</div>Opportunity Highlights:<ul><li>
Monday &ndash; Friday, 8-5</li><li>
Outpatient Palliative Care</li></ul> 
Candidate Qualifications:<ul><li>
Education: Master's Degree required. Master's degree in NP program or post Master's NP program.</li><li>
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current NP license in appropriate state required. NCCPA or registry with state nursing board, BLS, DEA registry required.</li><li>
Preferred experience in Hospice, Palliative Care and or Oncology</li></ul> 
Responsibilities &amp; Duties:<ul><li>
This position will work in our outpatient clinic located inside of the Cancer Institute Center in Charlotte
</li><li>As an outpatient consultant you will perform: Patient Assessments and Management, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, Patient and Family Education and Support, Symptom Management via in person and virtual visits</li><li>
Hospice On-Call rotation, approximately 2 times a year</li></ul>
Benefits &amp; Perks:<ul><li>
Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits</li><li>
Paid leave benefits</li><li>
Malpractice coverage</li><li>
Emphasis on work-life balance</li><li>
Employment with NH Medical Group</li><li>
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance</li></ul> 
Novant Health is a not-for-profit integrated system of 19 medical centers and more than 2,000 physicians in over 850 locations, as well as numerous outpatient surgery centers, medical plazas, rehabilitation programs, diagnostic imaging centers and community health outreach programs. Novant Health's nearly 40,000 team members and physician partners care for patients and communities in North Carolina and South Carolina.
Charlotte, NC
Experience the dynamic energy and cosmopolitan charm of Charlotte, NC, where Southern hospitality meets urban sophistication. Enjoy a thriving job market, top-notch healthcare facilities, and diverse neighborhoods catering to all lifestyles. Discover world-class dining, cultural attractions, and professional sports teams while exploring green spaces like Freedom Park and the nearby Carolina Thread Trail. Charlotte offers a vibrant blend of Southern charm, modern amenities, and endless opportunities for career growth and leisure activities, making it an ideal place to call home.<div>
#MakeHealthcareRemarkable #JoinTeamAubergine #NHMGAPPs</div></div>

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner | Outpatient Clinic

Gentiva

<div>Overview:
<div>
Join us to make a difference when life matters most</div><div>
We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That&rsquo;s why we offer personal care, palliative care and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.</div><div></div><div> 
The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner facilitates palliative care for Gentiva Palliative Care patients, ensuring a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan, while demonstrating excellent clinical skills and ethical, relevant judgment. Provides diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and follow-up under the direction of the Palliative Medical Director (if required under State law).</div><div></div><div> 
As a Nurse Practitioner, you will:
</div><ul><li>Work in collaboration with the Palliative Care Medical Director and other palliative team members to deliver palliative care by providing diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for patients referred to palliative care.</li><li>
Take responsibility for patient palliative care from the initial assessment through discharge. Assessment at a minimum should include: disease-specific changes, decline or change in function, nutrition and/or cognition, inadequately controlled pain or other distressing symptoms, falls, infections or similar events, the impact of the disease burden on the patient's condition, caregiver and/or family's quality of life.</li><li>
Establish the palliative plan of care, individualized for each patient, in consultation with the patient, family and other members of the Palliative Care Team.</li><li>
Facilitate obtaining care for patient when a need is identified in accordance with the Plan of Care.</li><li>
Participates in evening/weekend call as required, conducting on-call services in a clinically competent and responsive manner.</li><li>
Prescribe medications including controlled substances to the extent delegated and licensed, in accordance with state law. Order and interpret laboratory and other diagnostic tests within the scope of professional practice. Order treatments and durable medical equipment as indicated.</li><li>
Communicate clinical findings to the Palliative Medical Director as needed, but no less than bi-weekly. Re-assess effectiveness of care plan on a regular basis and modify as needed.</li><li>
Maintain effective working relationships with supportive care team (e.g., Social Worker, Spiritual Care Coordinator), as applicable, and involve team when patient's care plan warrants team participation to achieve desired outcome.</li><li>
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.</li><li>
Communicate and document clinical findings, treatment plan and care provided in the patient's medical record in a manner consistent with acceptable standards in order to support sound medical practice and reimbursement for services provided.</li><li>
Knowledgeable of Palliative Medicine Quality Measures collection, documentation and reporting.</li></ul>
About You:
<div>
Nurse Practitioner Requirements:</div><div>
Specialized Knowledge/Skills:</div><ul><li>
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Independent decision making and self motivation.</li><li>
Working knowledge or understanding of: principles of Palliative Medicine, including when a patient may be appropriate for home health or hospice care; Medicare/Medicaid regulations; and interdisciplinary process.
</li><li>Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of Gentiva and licensing board.</li><li>
Must be able to work efficiently with point of care software.</li></ul><div> 
</div><div>Education/Experience:</div><ul><li>
Minimum of Masters of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing, or an equivalent as allowed under state law
</li><li>Minimum of two years Nurse Practitioner experience
</li><li>Nurse Practitioner specialty in Family or Adult Medicine preferred</li><li>
Practice experience with Part B billing
</li><li>Able to work autonomously in an Advanced Practice Role</li></ul><div> 
</div><div>Licenses/Certifications/Agreements:</div><ul><li>
Current license as a registered nurse or equivalent as required by state law for Nurse Practitioner licensure</li><li>
Current Nurse Practitioner certification/license</li><li>
Must have a collaborative agreement in place with a supervising physician agreeable to supervise work in palliative care program or must agree to enter a collaborative agreement with Palliative Medical Director, as required by state law</li><li>
Part B Provider certification</li><li>
Federal DEA license
</li><li>State DEA license (if required)</li><li>
ACHPN &ndash; Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Preferred
</li><li>Current automobile insurance and valid driver&rsquo;s license</li></ul>
We Offer:<div></div><div> 
As a Nurse Practitioner, you will be eligible for:</div><ul><li>
Competitive Pay</li><li>
401(k) with company matching contributions</li><li>
Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels</li><li>
One on One Onboarding Program</li><li>
Free Continuing Education Units</li><li>
Local and national award programs</li><li>
Referral bonus program</li><li>
Mileage reimbursement</li><li>
Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need</li></ul> 
<div></div>
Legalese:
<ul><li>This is a safety-sensitive position</li><li>
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits</li><li>
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements</li><li>
We are proud to be an EEO employer</li><li>
We maintain a drug-free workplace</li></ul>
Location: Empatia Our Company:<div> 
At Empatia, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.</div><div></div><div> 
Our place is by the side of those who need us &ndash; from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.</div><div></div><div> 
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:</div><ul><li>
Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon</li><li>
Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care</li><li>
Home health care: Heartland Home Health</li><li>
Advanced illness management: Illumia Health</li></ul><div></div><div> 
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