Position Overview

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We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide home-based palliative and hospice care for patients transitioning from the hospital to their residences. This advanced practice role bridges inpatient and community care, ensuring continuity, comfort, and dignity for patients and families during serious illness and end-of-life care.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Clinical Care

  • Conduct home visits to assess, diagnose, and manage patients requiring palliative or hospice services.

  • Provide symptom management for pain, dyspnea, nausea, anxiety, and other complex needs.

  • Prescribe medications, order diagnostic tests, and coordinate supportive therapies in accordance with state scope of practice.

• Continuity of Care

  • Collaborate with hospitalists, physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and case managers to ensure seamless transitions from hospital to home.

  • Partner with hospice nurses, social workers, chaplains, and caregivers to deliver holistic, patient-centered care.

• Patient & Family Support

  • Offer compassionate education and counseling to patients and families regarding prognosis, goals of care, and treatment options.

  • Support families in navigating emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of end-of-life care.

• Documentation & Compliance

  • Complete accurate and timely documentation in the hospital’s electronic health record and hospice systems.

  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, hospice regulations, and accreditation standards.

 

Qualifications

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• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing with current Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification.

• Current, unrestricted NP license in the state of practice.

• Board certification in Family Practice, Adult-Gerontology, or Palliative Care preferred.

• Experience in palliative care, hospice, or geriatrics strongly desired.

• Strong communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work independently in home settings while collaborating with hospital and hospice teams.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits.

 

Work Environment

• Hospital-based role with regular travel to patient homes within the service area.

• Flexible scheduling with potential evening or weekend responsibilities.

• Integration with both inpatient and community-based hospice/palliative care teams.

 

Why Join Us

• Play a meaningful role in bridging hospital and home care for patients at life’s most important stage.

• Competitive compensation and benefits with mileage reimbursement.

• Opportunities for professional growth in palliative medicine and advanced practice nursing.

• Supportive environment that values compassion, teamwork, and patient dignity.