Hospice of the North Coast
Nurse Practitioner - Part Time - Temporary - Palliative Care
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Job Description
- Req#: 1513588
- Matching 401K Plan
- Clinical and Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Small, Manageable Service Area
- Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit that truly values whole-person care
- Work alongside a dedicated and compassionate team of professionals
- Help support a vital program while gaining meaningful experience in community-based palliative care
JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE, YET LARGE OF HEART
Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively, we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that allows you to make a lasting impact? Please apply today!
POSITION SUMMARY:
20 to 30 hours a week - Temporary up to 5 months
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Palliative Care Program in a temporary capacity to cover a medical leave, with an expected duration of up to 5 months. This role is ideal for a clinician who thrives in interdisciplinary settings and is passionate about improving the quality of life for patients with serious illness. Under the guidance of the Palliative Care Medical Director and Director of Palliative Care, the Nurse Practitioner performs face-to-face visits, conducts comprehensive assessments, prescribes treatments, and helps guide patients and families through complex medical decisions. This is a unique opportunity to provide holistic, person-centered care while supporting an established and well-respected palliative care team.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be Medicare certified with active Medicare billing privileges
Education: Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Licensure: Current California Nurse Practitioner license
Certification: BLS certification required; Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care preferred
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in hospice and/or palliative care in an advanced practice role
Core Competencies: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of symptom management and patient education
Technical Skills: Proficiency in EMR use and timely documentation
Other: Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:
WHY JOIN HOSPICE OF THE NORTH COAST?
Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class"), including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, sex, religion, gender identity, national origin or disability status.
Disclaimer: For all our employees, we conduct pre-employment drug and physical tests, as well as background checks that include criminal records, employment history, education verification, and an OIG exclusion review.
About the company
Compact in size yet large of heart, Hospice of the North Coast provides an array of programs and services to the terminally ill, their families and the community.When you choose Hospice of the North Coast as your hospice provider, you can be assured of...
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