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Sacred Journey Hospice

Overview

Our Hospice Nurse Practitioners are the heart of our organization who support patients by providing hospice care through evaluation, assessment, diagnosing medical conditions, developing plans of care, and prescribing medication and treatment. We are proud to have some of the best and brightest individuals in the healthcare industry on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. Apply today!

 

PRN benefits include:

401(k) programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Vendor discounts Responsibilities Providing medical care, palliates and manages terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a collaborating physicianCompleting history and physical examinations by evaluating the patient's medical condition and health historyCompleting the hospice face to face visit requirements prior to the third and subsequent hospice benefit periods to assess hospice eligibility based Making recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification and recertification for hospice careCompleting and maintaining accurate clinical notesCommunicating with the physician and participating in interdisciplinary group meetings to meet the medical and emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiversEnsuring compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirementsAdditional responsibilities as assigned Qualifications Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner programCurrent DEA license, if applicable to state regulationsCurrent nursing license in state of practiceCurrent CPR certificationMaster’s degree with minimum of one year NP experienceOne year hospice or palliative care experience preferredAccreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by state of practiceCertification in a specialist area preferred (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) or Geriatrics)Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence About our Line of Business Sacred Journey Hospice provides a special kind of care to the patients, their families, and their caregivers who are living with advanced illnesses. At Sacred Journey Hospice, the mission is to tenderly embrace those facing the final moments of life, along with their loved ones, with expert medical care, emotional support, and spiritual guidance. Services are provided in the comfort of home, at a nursing home or assisted living facility.
 
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