Nurse Practitioner
$156,000–$156,000 year
On-siteSouthaven, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Provide medical care, palliate, and manage terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under a collaborating physician for adults and children. Conduct history and physical examinations, order diagnostic tests, diagnose conditions, and document findings. Develop individualized plans of care, prescribe medications, coordinate referrals, and fulfill face-to-face visit requirements to assess hospice eligibility. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to review protocols, revise patient care plans, and control symptoms. Consult the physician when plans deviate from standardized practice and counsel patients and families on end-of-life issues. Fulfill assigned assignments and demonstrate knowledge in communication regarding end-of-life challenges.
Required Qualifications
- graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
- current nursing licensure in State
- 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
- accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by the State
- licensed driver with licensed automobile that is insured in accordance with organization/state requirements and is in good working order
Desired Qualifications
- Certification in a specialist area preferred; (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN), Pediatrics or Geriatrics)
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