What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Snowline Hospice of El Dorado?
Your Passion: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Who We Are: Snowline Health is a non-profit organization serving the western slope of El Dorado County and the Greater Sacramento Region. For over 45 years, our deep roots in the community have allowed us to foster a strong network of local resources and partnerships. Our core values guide everything we do: teamwork, contribution, service, and excellence. We are a team of dedicated professionals committed to providing high-quality care that meets the unique needs of each patient and family.
The Position: As a Nurse Practitioner with Snowline ElderCare, you will deliver comprehensive, person-centered primary and palliative care services to seniors in home-based clinical settings. This role emphasizes quality of life, health promotion, and chronic disease management, aligning care delivery with our mission and values. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to address complex health needs, coordinate care, and ensure patient and family satisfaction.
Why Choose Us:
- Comprehensive Wellness Benefits Packages: We offer a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.
- Paid Time Off: We believe employee self-care is essential to providing superior patient care. We offer expansive paid time off, including vacation time, sick leave, and holiday pay.
- Continuing Education and Training: We provide ongoing education and training opportunities, including our Snowline Scholars Program, which offers tuition reimbursement for continuing education relevant to your work within the organization.
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer flexible scheduling options to support your work-life balance.
- Team Building: We prioritize a positive, collaborative workplace culture through employee events, recognition, and celebration of each other's achievements.
- Employee Assistance Program: We offer an employee assistance program (EAP), providing confidential counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
- Market Benchmarked Salaries: We conduct regular market benchmarking salary surveys to ensure our salaries remain fiscally responsible and competitive.
Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to our patients and their families as a Nurse Practitioner at Snowline Health. The position is based out of Diamond Springs, CA, and involves a hybrid of on-site and remote work. Your duties will include:
Clinical Care:
• Deliver in-residence care and develop comprehensive care plans for complex patients with team coordination.
• Conduct comprehensive health assessments.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and treatments.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Perform necessary procedures within the scope of practice.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the EMR.
• Participate in call coverage rotation.
Care Coordination:
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients and families.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and community resources.
Program Development:
• Assist in developing and refining clinical workflows and protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide mentorship and training to clinical support staff.
Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance:
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and organizational regulations.
• Participate in internal audits and reviews.
• Maintain current knowledge of geriatric and palliative care practices.
• Familiarity with CMS billing and coding for home-based care.
• Maintain all required professional credentials and continuing education.
Community Leadership and Engagement:
• Represent Snowline ElderCare in community forums and events.
• Act as a resource for staff and community members on elder care best practices.
• Demonstrate delivery of high-quality, compassionate home-based care.
• Mentor students and other team roles as appropriate.
HIPAA Minimum Necessary Access:
• Access to clinical client health information.
Requirements:
• Current valid California license.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in geriatric, palliative, or primary care.
• Proficient in medical terminology, EMRs, and HIPAA compliance.
• Knowledge of palliative care and hospice preferred.
• Experience in home-based care delivery preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Valid CA driver's license with a reliable, insured vehicle for home visits.
• Active and updated DEA/CURES credentials.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles preferred.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please reach out to HR@snowlinehealth.org—we're here to support you.
Compensation details: $70-$80 per hour.
Salary : $70 - $80
