Hospice & Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Description

Position: Hospice & Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Location: Benton Franklin County

Type: Full Time

Anticipated Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4:30 PM  occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

MISSION, VISION, VALUES

MISSION: Guiding our community members to live their best lives, even and especially through the end of life.

VISION: Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is the recognized source for expert guidance during a crisis, at and through life's end, and following a loss.

VALUES: Accessibility, Integrity, Achievement, Supportive Environment

Position Overview:

The Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner plays a vital role in delivering compassionate patient-centered care to individuals with serious, life-limiting illnesses. This role focuses on improving the quality of life for patients and their families through expert symptom management, pain control, emotional support, and care coordination. Working as part of the interdisciplinary team, the Nurse practitioner helps patients navigate their end-of-life journey with dignity, comfort, and respect.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 

2. Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Washington. 

3. Current Washington State license as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). 

4. Strong clinical skills, including proficiency in pain management and symptom control. 

5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate care to patients and families. 

6. This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen which includes cannabis testing in Washington State. 

7. Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bilingual in Spanish 

2. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care. 

3. Experience in Hospice and Palliative Care 

Requirements

 RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Patient Assessment and Care Planning under the supervision of the Medical Director: Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine their physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs. 

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans that focus on pain management, symptom control, and quality of life enhancement. 

• Regularly evaluate and adjust care plans based on patient response and changing conditions. 

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• Symptom Management and Pain Control: Provide expert symptom management, including pain control, nausea management, and other distressing symptoms associated with the patient's condition. 

• Prescribe and administer medications as necessary to alleviate discomfort and improve the patient's overall well-being. 

• Monitor medication efficacy, side effects, and adjust dosages as needed to optimize patient comfort. 

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• Patient and Family Support: Offer compassionate emotional support to patients and their families, addressing fears, anxieties, and concerns related to end-of-life care. 

• Facilitate open communication between patients and their loved ones, ensuring their wishes and preferences are respected and honored. 

• Communicate effectively and respond appropriately to patients and families in both routine and crisis situations. 

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• Care Coordination: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, other healthcare and administrative professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. 

• Coordinate care transitions, such as admissions, discharges, and transfers, to ensure seamless and supportive experience for patients and their families. 

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• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including assessments, care plans, progress notes, and other relevant documentation. 

• Adhere to all legal and regulatory requirements related to palliative and hospice care, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. 

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• Education and Support: 

• Provide education and training to healthcare staff, patients, and families on pain management, symptom control, and end-of-life care options. 

• Conduct educational sessions and workshops within the community to raise awareness about hospice and palliative care services. 

• Community Outreach Represent the agency at meetings, conferences, and community events. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Join Our Team:

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we’re committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during life’s most challenging times. We invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to meaningful work that touches the heart of our community.

Why Join Us? 

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients’ and families' lives. 

• Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and caring atmosphere. 

• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for learning and career development.

Bring your passion for care to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, where every moment matters. Apply today and start a career that’s as rewarding as it is impactful.

Compensation

Hiring Range: $127,004.80 - $162,820.00 annually

Position Pay Range (or Salary Range):  $115,195.43- $178,552.91 annually

Note regarding the listed pay range:

Hiring Range: The starting pay range offered to new hires, depending on experience and qualifications.

Position Pay Range/Salary Range: The full pay range for this position, from minimum to maximum, based on role responsibilities and market rates.

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we carefully establish pay ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account, including education, certifications, knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions. These ranges are tailored to match the diverse programs and services we offer. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for candidates based on these factors while maintaining internal peer equity.

Benefits

· Mileage Reimbursement: $0.70 per mile, for eligible positions.

· Vacation: Accrual of hours each pay period based on hours worked.

· Wellness Days: After the 90-day introductory period, eligible employees can convert up to two sick days into wellness days.

· Annual "Yay Day": Full-time employees receive 1 paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.

· Bereavement Leave: 3 days of bereavement leave after the introductory period for the loss of an immediate family member, household pet, or service animal. 

· Sick Time: Earned on an accrual basis, with a 90-day hold for new hires (usable after 90 days)

· Paid Holidays: Ten recognized holidays with no waiting period for new hires.

· Health Benefits: Opt-in for Low Deductible Health Benefits, Vision, and Dental starting the first month following your start date.

· Health Benefit Options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, GlobeLife Voluntary Benefits, and Life Flight.

· Voluntary Supplemental Benefits: Pet Insurance, Globe Life, and Life Flight. 

· Agency-covered benefits: Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1x Annual Salary, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability.

· 401k: You can start contributing right away and up to 5% employer matching after 1 year of employment for eligible employees.

· Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Full-time employees may be eligible. More information: [PSLF Link](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

· Premium Pay: Bilingual in Spanish: Verified through ALTA staff testing and Approved Certifications: Premium pay upon review and approval.

· Tuition Assistance: After 1-year of employment, eligible employees can receive up to $5,000 annually in higher education assistance.

· Continuing Education Units: Tri-Cities chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for their credential requirements.

· Certification and Training Opportunities: Employees can partner with their department director on professional goals that benefit the agency and themselves for certification and training opportunities. 

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Demonstrate support and adherence to the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

2. Participate in community Education and Outreach to raise awareness of agency-provided programs including but not limited to hospice care, advanced care planning, and bereavement.

3. Responsible for knowledge and compliance with agency policies, procedures, and practices.

4. Responsible for maintaining and protecting Patient and agency information in a confidential manner. Practice appropriate HIPAA confidentiality by accessing patient-related information on a “need to know” basis only.

5. Reliable personal transportation, and current and valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.

6. Satisfaction of state and agency requirements for Tuberculin screening. 

7. Hepatitis B immunization series, proof of series, or signed declination.

8. Proof of applicable Vaccination(s) on file or approved accommodation/declination as appropriate on file.

9. Must pass a criminal background screening and pre-employment drug screening.

10. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position (see attached physical requirements and environmental conditions).

11. Complete agency and departmental orientation and training program(s).

12. Complete all continued learning, education, policy reviews, and required training by their respective deadlines.

13. Maintain licensure(s) and certification(s) required for the position.

14. Available to work as assigned/scheduled.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Please contact human resources at hr@tccbestlife.org for questions regarding the physical and environmental conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service, and veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. 

Salary : $115,195 - $178,553