What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Nurse Advanced Practice Leader position at Gentiva?
Responsibilities
As a Nurse Practitioner within our Hospice team, you will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Conducting medical assessments and developing care plans
- Gathering clinical information to support the hospice diagnosis and prognosis
- Communicating findings to the hospice physician and making recommendations to the IDG based on your assessment
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care delivery
- Managing patient symptoms and improving quality of life through evidence-based practices
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications and attributes:
- Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Completion of a graduate-level nurse practitioner education program accredited by a national accrediting body
- Current state licensure as a registered nurse
- Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP)
- Collaborative agreement in place
About Gentiva
Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual, and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We maintain a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an EEO employer.
As a Nurse Practitioner within our Hospice team, you will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Conducting medical assessments and developing care plans
- Gathering clinical information to support the hospice diagnosis and prognosis
- Communicating findings to the hospice physician and making recommendations to the IDG based on your assessment
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care delivery
- Managing patient symptoms and improving quality of life through evidence-based practices
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications and attributes:
- Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Completion of a graduate-level nurse practitioner education program accredited by a national accrediting body
- Current state licensure as a registered nurse
- Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP)
- Collaborative agreement in place
About Gentiva
Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers that are passionate about caring for others. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual, and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We maintain a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an EEO employer.
