Sacred Journey Hospice - Newnan, GA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Newnan, GA
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
About the position
The Nurse Practitioner - Hospice role at Sacred Journey Hospice is designed for healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing compassionate care to patients with terminal illnesses. This position involves evaluating, assessing, diagnosing medical conditions, developing care plans, and prescribing treatments, all while working under the supervision of a collaborating physician. The role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive the necessary medical and emotional support during their final moments of life.
Responsibilities
- Providing medical care, palliates and manages terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a collaborating physician.
- Completing history and physical examinations by evaluating the patient's medical condition and health history.
- Completing the hospice face to face visit requirements prior to the third and subsequent hospice benefit periods to assess hospice eligibility.
- Making recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification and recertification for hospice care.
- Completing and maintaining accurate clinical notes.
- Communicating with the physician and participating in interdisciplinary group meetings to meet the medical and emotional needs of the patient and family/caregivers.
- Ensuring compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current DEA license, if applicable to state regulations.
- Current nursing license in state of practice.
- Current CPR certification.
- Master's degree with minimum of one year NP experience.
- One year hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
- Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by state of practice.
- Certification in a specialist area preferred (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) or Geriatrics).
- Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence.
Nice-to-haves
- One year hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
- Certification in a specialist area preferred (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) or Geriatrics).
Benefits
- 401(k) program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Vendor discounts
