Hospice Nurse Practitioner | PRN

Job highlights
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Qualifications
Current CPR certification required
Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
Current certification by ANCC or AANP
Current drivers license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
NPI Number
DEA with prescribing privileges
PECOS enrollment Certification
CAQH enrolled
Medicare number
Medicaid number (referable, not required)
Greater than one year NP experience in chronic disease management, family or primary care
Benefits
We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
employee wellness programs
flexibility for true work-life balance 
continuing education & career growth opportunities
company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals. 
Responsibilities
The Hospice Nurse Practitioner provides consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician
Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director
Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed
Initiates and coordinates the plan of care
Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care
Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition
Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director
Job description
Summary

We are hiring for a Nurse Practitioner in hospice.

 At Missouri Delta Hospice, in Sikeston, MO, A part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. 

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
• employee wellness programs
• flexibility for true work-life balance 
• continuing education & career growth opportunities
• company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals. 

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Hospice Nurse Practitioner provides consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician.
• Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director
• Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed.
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care. Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care.
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director.

Education And Experience

License Requirements
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice.
• Current certification by ANCC or AANP
• Current drivers license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• NPI Number
• DEA with prescribing privileges
• PECOS enrollment Certification
• CAQH enrolled
• Medicare number
• Medicaid number (referable, not required)

Experience
• Greater than one year NP experience in chronic disease management, family or primary care.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

Missouri Delta Hospice a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.