What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Program Development Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Hospice & Palliative Care position at Lifesong?
At Lifesong, we believe exceptional care begins with genuine connection. We are committed to caring for patients and families with dignity, presence, and compassion. We are seeking a full-time (32-40hrs/week) Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Hospice & Palliative Care who values relationship-based care and wants to make a meaningful difference one patient, one family, one moment at a time.
In this new role, the Nurse Practitioner will participate in the development and implementation of medical policies, procedures, and protocols; comply with state and national regulations; represent Lifesong Hospice and Palliative Care (LHPC) in interactions with physicians, hospital staff, facility staff, and others in the community.
Successful outcomes of this position include:
- High-quality patient care provided in a compassionate, competent, and caring manner
- Successful clinical program development
- Skill development for Hospice clinical staff
- Regulatory compliance including proper documentation
- Enhanced community relationships and program visibility
- Excellent staff and patient satisfaction
Our investment in you:
- Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
- Generous paid time off your first year, including your birthday and Personal Day of Meaning and opportunity to roll over unused time
- Weekly mileage reimbursement
- Hospice certification incentive program
- Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
- Excellent vision and dental
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Supplemental life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
- Family and medical leave
- Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
- Wellness reimbursement incentives
Our support for you:
- Locally and family-owned, private company
- 24/7 direct access to your support team
- On-staff clinical experts to train, mentor and celebrate you
- Career paths and continuing education
- Dedicated full-time weekend and evening on-call team
- Employee assistance program for you and your family
- Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
- Helping Hand interest-free loans
*Benefits may vary based on employment status*
Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities:
Participate in the development and updating of plans for patient care that are medically appropriate, meet LHPC standards and guidelines, and are consistent with accepted hospice and palliative care standards.
Provide clinical care in collaboration with the IDG, including, but not limited to;Clinical Assessment/Prescribing and adjustment of cost-effective medications (as per license and DEA registration) including consulting the PA Prescription Drug Monitoring Program profile as required.
- Appropriate ordering of DME
- Appropriate ordering and interpretation of radiological and laboratory tests
- Participation in rotating on-call availability
- Education of patients and families as needed in collaboration with the IDG
Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation in accord with organizational policies to support sound hospice practices and facilitate appropriate reimbursement of services.
Assist in education of hospice clinical staff, facility staff, and patients and families:
- Disease trajectory
- Potential signs and symptoms of disease progression
- Pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management of symptoms
- Medication stewardship including appropriate de-prescribing
- End-of-life signs and symptoms.
Adhere to confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization.
Help assure agency compliance with state and federal regulations and accreditation standards.
Maintain continuing education for professional licensure, certification, and competence.
Support the organization’s Mission and Value Performance Standards.
Nurse Practitioner Minimum Qualifications:
- NP with graduation from an accredited training program and current licensure to practice in Pennsylvania.
- State drivers’ license in good standing.
- Automobile in good working order and insured in accordance with the applicable state laws (proof of insurance to be provided annually).
- Minimum two years-experience; experience in the area of geriatrics, home care, or hospice preferred.
- Certification in Hospice and/or Palliative Care preferred
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification
- Self-directed and able to work with minimum supervision.
- High proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, cellular technology, and EMR.
About Lifesong Hospice and Palliative Care:
Lifesong co-workers connect with our clients in the comfort of their home by personalizing hospice care plans tailored to their preferences and needs and helping them transition to be as comfortable as possible. We seek to celebrate the meaning of their lives and ensure their unique legacy is honored. We want to inspire our caregivers to create harmony for each unique life story—their Lifesong.
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