What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Ohio Valley Hospice?
Our Organization:
Ohio Valley Hospice provides high-quality hospice care services, supporting patients and their families in a warm and serene environment.
About the Role:
As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner with our organization, you will be responsible for providing medical care, evaluating patient conditions, developing care plans, and prescribing medication. You will work under the supervision of a collaborating physician to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing medical care and palliative treatment in accordance with state regulations
- Evaluating patient conditions through history and physical examinations
- Completing hospice face-to-face visit requirements to assess eligibility for certification and recertification
- Making recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility
- Ensuring accurate clinical notes and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Communicating with physicians and participating in interdisciplinary meetings to meet patient needs
Requirements:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner program
- Current DEA license (if applicable) and nursing license in the state of practice
- CPR certification and Master's degree with a minimum of one year NP experience
- Hospice or palliative care experience is preferred, as well as certification in a specialist area
- Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence
About Our Line of Business:
We are dedicated to bringing exceptional care to the comfort of patients' homes. As part of BrightSpring Health Services, we prioritize exceptional patient care and champion our agency leadership and teams. We pride ourselves on having talented individuals in the healthcare industry who make a positive impact from day one.
