Hospice Nurse Practitioner
$110,000–$130,000 year
On-siteNewton, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Conduct face-to-face visits for initial and ongoing hospice eligibility, assessing disease-related changes, functional status, cognitive decline, and symptom burden. Communicate significant findings, including unmanaged symptoms and eligibility concerns, to the designated hospice physician. Engage with the interdisciplinary team to provide symptom management recommendations and prescribe medications as necessary. Document visits in an electronic medical record in a timely fashion. Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm (40 hours). Master's degree and current Massachusetts NP license required with two years of nursing experience, including one year in hospice, palliative care, or oncology. Familiarity with Medicare Part A regulations and proficiency in electronic documentation are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited program", "current nurse practitioner license valid in the state of Massachusetts", "2 years of nursing experience", "at least 1 year of experience in hospice, palliative care, or oncology", "Familiarity with Medicare Part A hospice regulations and eligibility requirements", "A professional and caring demeanor", "Ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage time well", "Outstanding communication skills", "willingness to converse with other memb...
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