Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and complete physical assessments for hospice F2F encounters within CMS‑established regulatory time frames.
• Document clinical findings accurately and attest F2F encounters in patient medical records.
• Utilize Local Coverage Determination (LCD) criteria per hospice policy and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate clinical findings, review treatment plans, lab results, diagnostics, and medications with certifying physicians.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary group (IDG) members, patients, caregivers, and families.
• Provide clinical recommendations to the IDG based on F2F assessment findings.
• Conduct assessments in the patient’s place of residence, including home, skilled nursing, or other settings.
• Notify the hospice agency promptly if unable to complete F2F visits as scheduled.
• May provide F2F coverage for multiple provider numbers with approval.

• Master’s or higher degree in Nursing
• Completion of an accredited graduate‑level nurse practitioner education program
• Current registered nurse license in state of practice
• Current advanced practice nurse license or certification
• National Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC or AANP)
• Collaborative agreement in place as required
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
• Strong understanding of hospice care principles and terminally ill patient support systems
• Excellent patient assessment and clinical evaluation skills
• Familiarity with LCD criteria and hospice documentation requirements
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and other regulatory guidelines
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Compassionate and sensitive to end‑of‑life issues impacting patients and families
• Ability to provide emotional support during times of crisis
• Flexible and adaptable with ability to manage diverse tasks efficiently
• Effective communicator across diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
• Cooperative and tactful team member adhering to OSHA, state, and federal hospice regulations

• Experience in acute care, hospital, oncology, home health, skilled nursing, or hospice settings

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company‑paid Life & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Play a vital role in delivering compassionate, compliant care that honors patients’ dignity and supports families during challenging times

• This is a safety‑sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug‑free workplace

ReqID:
Category:
Nurse Practitioners
Position Type:
Flex/Per Diem
Company:
Gentiva Hospice