Per Diem/PRN Nurse Practitioner - Hospice
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Gentiva is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Hospice for a per diem / prn job in Bakersfield, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
Hospice
Discipline:
Nurse Practitioner
Duration:
Ongoing
Employment Type:
Per Diem
Overview:
Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Hospice Care.
We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioner to perform Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters essential for hospice eligibility certification and recertification. In this role, you will gather comprehensive clinical information, perform detailed assessments, and collaborate closely with hospice physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
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.
About You:
Qualifications
– What You’ll Bring :
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
Preferred (Not Required):
Experience in acute care, hospital, oncology, home health, skilled nursing, or hospice settings
We
Offer:
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
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)
Join our hospice team
Play a vital role in delivering compassionate, compliant care that honors patients’ dignity and supports families during challenging times.
Legalese:
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
Location:
Gentiva Hospice
Our Company:
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600…
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