What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner PRN position at Ambercare?
Ambercare Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated PRN Nurse Practitioner to join our newly restructured team in Las Cruces, NM. In this rewarding role, you will provide expert clinical care and support to patients and families during some of life's most meaningful moments, helping ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Join a team that values personalized care, professional growth, and the opportunity to build lasting connections with patients, families, and the community we serve.
Ambercare is a leader in home health and hospice care throughout New Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted service. As part of the Addus HomeCare family, we serve thousands of patients across the region—combining heart, professionalism, and the highest standards of care.
Why Choose a Career with Ambercare Hospice?
Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.
Ambercare is a leader in home health and hospice care throughout New Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted service. As part of the Addus HomeCare family, we serve thousands of patients across the region—combining heart, professionalism, and the highest standards of care.
Why Choose a Career with Ambercare Hospice?
- Flexible PRN role with autonomy to coordinate patient visits, manage caseload priorities, and provide coverage as needed.
- Competitive pay PLUS mileage.
- High Need, High Impact: Hospice nurses are in growing demand nationwide. RN case managers are among the most valued and respected roles in hospice care.
- Career Growth Opportunities: 80% of our nurse leaders began their careers in field-based roles, reflecting our commitment to promoting from within and investing in the development of our team members.
- Manageable Caseloads: We believe in quality over quantity—our average patient load is kept reasonable so you can focus on what matters most: care.
- PRN Team Member Perks: Enjoy the flexibility to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle while making a meaningful impact on patients and families. PRN employees are eligible to participate in the company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and have opportunities to expand their clinical experience, build professional relationships, and contribute to a supportive, mission-driven hospice team.
- Assume primary responsibility for determining patient eligibility for care based on State, Federal guidelines.
- Obtain data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may impact patient and family’s needs and initiate intervention by other members of the interdisciplinary team
- Initiate communication with the attending physician, other interdisciplinary staff members and other agencies for the purpose of admission or recertification for care and coordinating optimal care.
- Effectively utilize resources to assist in meeting the patient’s needs
- Provide regular visits to reassess the patient’s eligibility, needs, and update the plan of care
- Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program
- Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
- Minimum of two years of varied work experience as a professional nurse
- Must possess current CPR Certification
- Demonstrated skill in nursing practices and clinical judgments
- Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment
- Ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles
- Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required
Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.