Locum Nurse Practitioner; NP - Palliative Medicine in Fresno, CA

Position: Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Palliative Medicine in Fresno, CA
Nurse Practitioner | Palliative Medicine

Location:

Fresno, CA

Employer:

Vie Med Healthcare Staffing

Pay:  Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Shift Information:  Days

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position
Join Our Team as a Hospice Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Hospice Focus

Are you a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner passionate about providing quality palliative care to pediatric patients? We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioner to join our team on a part-time travel basis, making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in need of hospice services. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute your expertise in a flexible, home-based setting while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct hospice home visits (4–5 visits daily), ensuring compassionate care tailored to pediatric patients.

Provide care in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and other care settings as needed.

Perform face-to-face evaluations required for Medicare recertifications in collaboration with the Medical Director.

Communicate effectively with Case Managers for ongoing patient follow-up and coordination.

Offer educational support to clinical team members to promote best practices.

Participate in inpatient roundings when necessary to ensure patient well-being.

Required Skills:

Valid Nurse Practitioner (NP) license with pediatric hospice experience.

Proven ability to perform comprehensive hospice assessments and face-to-face Medicaid and Medicare recertification evaluations.

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to manage a flexible schedule and travel to patient locations.

Compassionate nature with a commitment to patient-centered care.

Nice to Have

Skills:

Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.

Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Prior home health or hospice experience beyond pediatrics.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN or higher).

2+ years of pediatric hospice or palliative care experience.

Certification in hospice and palliative nursing is a plus.

Other Requirements:

Valid state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.

Ability to travel locally to various patient sites.

Commitment to maintaining all required certifications and licensure.

No evenings or weekends; scheduled Monday–Friday shifts, flexible full- or half-day options.

This role offers an hourly pay rate of $81.74, with weekly pay via direct deposit, ensuring timely compensation for your dedication. Enjoy comprehensive medical benefits, paid sick leave, licensure, certification, travel reimbursements, and a robust referral bonus program. Our dedicated 24/7 support team will be with you every step of the way to ensure your success and satisfaction.

Take the next step in your healthcare career—apply now to become a valued member of our compassionate team and make a real difference in pediatric hospice care.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #Live Your Life  #VHS Nursing Allied

Benefits
Licensure
-Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicable