Description
*Low Caseload, Patient Focused: Join the OnCare Health Team*
Our Hospice Nurse Practitioner Will:
- Provide medical care, palliate, and manage terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of collaborating physician.
- Complete Hospice fact-to-face visit requirements prior to the third and subsequent hospice benefit periods to assess hospice eligibility based on the hospice conditions of participation and local coverage determinations.
- Make recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification and recertification for hospice care.
- Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary group to create, review, and revise the patient's plan of care.
- Maintain knowledge of and compliance with current Medicare/Medicaid, state/federal rules, and regulations for hospice services.
- Fulfill the obligation of requested and/or accepted assignments.
Requirements
Our Hospice Nurse Practitioner Has:
- Graduated from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
- A master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience and a minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience.
- A current DEA license.
- An active driver's license, acceptable driving record, and access to reliable transportation.