Hospice Nurse Practitioner - Waynesville, NC - PRN

Overview

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As the Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you will provide 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

• 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 CPR certification
• 5+ years nursing experience
• Current driver s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

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

Our Business Hours are Mon-Fri, 8AM-4:30PM. Weekend/evening hours also available. Our agency covers a 50 mile radius. Candidates must be able to see patients within this area. This is a PRN/Inconsistent position doing Home Visits for Hospice Care. NP certification in NC required.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to salary, benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $44.09 to $78.70 per hour based on full-time employment.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At United Health Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.