What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Nurse Practitioner-PRN position at 1st Care Hospice, Inc.?
We are looking for a Part time, Nurse Practitioner to join our Hospice team.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Hospice Nurse Practitioner identifies and coordinates care to support terminally ill patients and their families at home, in skilled nursing facilities or at residential care facilities. On average, the Hospice case load will be 25-40 patients. The Hospice NP will determine the frequency and intervention of patient/family contacts based on the assessment of need, with a minimum of one visit per week. The Case Manager works closely with the NURSE PRACTITIONER/Medical Director or Primary Care physician, while utilizing teaching, assessment, and intervention skills to provide comfort care to maximize the quality of life for the patients and their families. The NP serves as the first line provider for implementation of medication and intervention treat plans. This may include an occasional need after hours for the comfort of the client; by related technology, applications and telephone instructions to the treatment team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provide every 60-90 day home visits for recertification of hospice care needs, being aware of the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of care; which may influence health, well-being and quality of life.
2. Provides direct care as prescribed in the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care in order to maintain the highest level of comfort and quality of life and assuming primary responsibility as a care provider.
3. Authorizes, coordinates and supervises care, as prescribed in the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, with the coordination and oversight of the Medical Director
4. Evaluates and performs ongoing coordination of the IDT; revises initial written Plan of Care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team weekly or as the needs and conditions of the patient/family change.
5. Supervises and maintains effective communication with other hospice personnel involved with patient care. This may involve formal and informal team meetings in addition to IDT (Inter-Disciplinary Team Meeting).
6. Documents accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status via a variety of mediums of communication (verbal, written, email, computer documents). Documents patient care reflecting nursing interventions, patient response to care, patient needs, problems, capabilities, limitations, and progress toward goals. Documentation includes evidence of appropriate patient/family response to care, needs identified, services provided and the understanding of any related instructions are noted in the medical record.
7. Communicates regularly with the patient’s physician, most often the Medical Director, regarding changes in the patient’s Plan of Care.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Education: All applicants must possess an Nurse Practitioner license to work in the state of Virginia, related DEA credentials, PECOS Certified and be CPR certified. Must have a valid drivers license and provide own transportation.
Experience: Previous hospice/palliative nursing experience preferred, but not required.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive pay and an excellent work environment. We support a work life balance! Extensive Orientation Program with on-the-job training
Job Types: Part-time, PRN
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road