PRN Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

Hope Hospice – Loving Professionals with a Shared Vision to Serve

We are recognized as a Top Workplace and a Best Hospice for 10 years and Best Thrift Shop for 8 years. Since 1984, Hope Hospice has assisted over 15,000 patients and their families with Hospice services. As a non-profit, community-owned organization we believe in providing exceptional, compassionate care, focusing on the quality of life for anyone who qualifies for service, regardless of their ability to pay.

We love our employees as much as we love our patients. That’s why we’ve put together a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision - paid 100% for employee only; competitive plan cost for dependents
• Health Savings Account with matching employer contributions of $100 per month
• Company paid Long-Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment, and an Employee Assistance Program paid for by Hope Hospice
• Additional Life and Accident and Critical Illness, FSA/Dependent Care, Short-Term Disability, and other voluntary benefits are available

• Vacation - up to 4 weeks per year
• Sick - up to 2 weeks per year
• Personal Days (3)
• Paid Holidays (8)
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match up to 5%
• Tuition Assistance
• Opportunities for professional career development and growth
• Continuing education opportunities

If you require assistance or accommodation completing our application process, please contact the Human Resources department at , Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Human Resources Department
611 N. Walnut Ave
New Braunfels, TX 78130
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Location: New Braunfels, TX

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Provides clinical expertise, assists in clinical development, and works collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team to ensure standards of care. Provides consultation and expertise in patient care delivery, including participation in case conferences, clinical supervision, and oversight. Delivers palliative care for identified patients in homes and designated health facilities. Coordinates the patient s plan of care with the referring physician and the interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs through palliative care, symptom management, and supportive care as requested.

• Current Texas RN license.
• Authorization to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) in Texas (may include Interim, Provisional, or Full Authorization per the Texas BON regulations).
• Limited Prescriptive Authority by the Texas BON and Board of Medical Examiners.
• Master’s degree in nursing or related field.
• Existing National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner; preferred specialties include Adult, Gerontological, Family, Acute Care, or Psychiatric/Mental Health Practitioner.
• National Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPN) preferred but not required.
• Education for Physicians in End-of-Life Care (EPEC) preferred.
• Hospice or Palliative care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and assessment skills.
• Reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.

• Provides clinical expertise and oversight for Hope Hospice with the Hospice Medical Director and Hospice Associate Medical Directors.
• Conducts daily rounds and completes visit documentation under supervision.
• Collaborates with the Director of Patient Care Services and other team members to ensure compliant, high-quality patient care and efficient use of resources.
• Leads visiting staff to ensure multidisciplinary communication and a patient- and family-centered environment.
• Ensures adherence to Hospice Conditions of Participation.
• Participates in orientation of new staff and supports staff development.
• Supports educational and outreach activities and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assists in developing clinical protocols and processes to support referrals and care.
• Provides physician backup and coverage, including writing prescriptions where appropriate (e.g., Comfort Care Kit).
• Shares on-call responsibilities with Hospice Medical Directors and Nurse Practitioners.
• Assists in home visits, palliative care consultations, and face-to-face encounters.