PRN Nurse Practitioner - Hospice

Overview

Explore opportunities with Baptist Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

• 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

• Active unrestricted license in the state of residence
• Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
• Current certification by a national body such as ANCC, NBCHPN, or AANP
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
• Current CPR certification
• 5+ years of nursing experience

• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team
• Clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, or intensive care
• Palliative Care ARNP

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 to $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

United Health Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.