Nurse Practitioner - Palliative Care

Overview

Gentiva is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care for a role in Traverse City, Michigan.

• Collaborate with the Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care.
• Perform in-depth patient assessments, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in partnership with patients and families.
• Manage and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and progress.
• Prescribe medications (including controlled substances) and order diagnostic tests as permitted by state law.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in evening/weekend call rotation as needed.
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate.

• Education/Experience
  • Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing (or equivalent per state law).
  • Minimum two years’ Nurse Practitioner experience.
  • Specialty in Family or Adult Medicine preferred.
  • Experience with Part B billing.
  • Ability to work autonomously in an advanced practice role.
• Licenses/Certifications/Agreements
  • Current RN license and Nurse Practitioner certification/license as required by state law.
  • Collaborative agreement with supervising physician (or willingness to establish).
  • Part B Provider certification.
  • Federal DEA license and state DEA license (if required).
  • ACHPN certification in Hospice and Palliative Care preferred.
  • Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.

• 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, Education Support & Tuition Assistance, Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Empatia

At Empatia, part of Gentiva, we offer compassionate care in the comfort of patients’ homes. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management with locations across the U.S.

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.