What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Advanced Illness Management position at Illumia?
Join Our Caring Team at Empatia
Empatia, a proud member of the Gentiva family, is an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal care. Our mission is to provide compassionate support to patients and their families during their most crucial moments. By focusing on the wellbeing of both caregivers and clinicians, we aim to enhance the quality of care we provide.
As a Nurse Practitioner - Advanced Illness Management , you'll play a crucial role in delivering personalized care to those with advanced illnesses and providing palliative support. This is your chance to make a monumental difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones.
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with a Professional Services Corporation Physician, primary care physicians, and an interdisciplinary team to deliver focused advanced illness management and palliative care.
- Handle advanced illness management from assessment through discharge, evaluating disease-specific changes, patient function, nutrition, cognition, and the impact of illness on quality of life.
- Develop individualized care plans in consultation with patients, families, and the care team.
- Address identified care needs promptly, supporting the overall wellness of patients.
- Participate in evening and weekend on-call services when necessary.
- Prescribe medications, order tests, and manage treatment plans according to professional standards and state laws.
- Communicate clinical findings with the PSC Physician regularly, adjusting care plans as needed for optimal patient outcomes.
- Foster strong working relationships with supportive care team members to enhance patient care.
- Document all clinical findings and treatment plans according to industry standards.
- Stay updated on Palliative Medicine Quality Measures and report as required.
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Why Join Us :
This is a safety-sensitive position that requires dedication. Join Empatia and help us make a positive impact in the world of hospice and palliative care!
