Hospice Nurse Practitioner; NP - PRN

Overview

Currently hiring Per Diem dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioners to deliver exceptional patient care in and around the Dayton Area! As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner with us, you'll play a vital role in providing comprehensive hospice care. Your responsibilities include evaluating and assessing health histories, promoting health and well‑being, diagnosing medical conditions, and managing health problems by developing personalized care plans. You'll collaborate closely with patients, families, and healthcare practitioners to ensure a holistic and supportive approach.

Per Diem – 10 hours per week.

At Sanctuary Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission‑driven, patient‑centered leader in end‑of‑life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. We look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
• Generous time‑off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 holidays to rest and recharge
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
• Cell Phone, Mileage & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
• Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
• Hands‑on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure a smooth transition into our team

• Deliver compassionate medical care, palliate, and manage terminal illnesses while ensuring strict compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act. All actions are performed under the supervision of a collaborating physician.
• Collaborate for holistic patient care: consult with the patient's attending physician, hospice medical director, and other healthcare practitioners to assess eligibility for hospice care and to collaborate on ongoing care needs.
• Coordinate and oversee patient care: review clinical information and seamlessly coordinate and oversee patient care in collaboration with the hospice interdisciplinary team and other healthcare practitioners.
• Educate and counsel: engage in patient and family education and counseling, addressing preventive care, medical problems, psychological issues, and spiritual concerns.
• Recommend for certification and recertification: provide input to the Hospice Medical Director regarding patient eligibility for initial certification and recertification for hospice care.
• Stay informed and compliant: maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, state, and federal rules and regulations for hospice services and ensure strict compliance.

• Master’s degree with a minimum of one year hospice or palliative care experience as an RN or NP preferred.
• Current unencumbered license in the State of Practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
• Certification in a specialist area preferred (e.g., Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN), Pediatrics or Geriatrics).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficient in typing and various programs, including background in EMR.
• Possesses and maintains CPR certification if required by state.
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Per Diem Nurse Practitioners are paid $150 per visit.