Advance compassionate care where it matters most
Are you passionate about delivering compassionate care during life’s most meaningful moments? Do you thrive on working autonomously and making an impact with every patient encounter? If so, you may be the perfect fit for our Hospice Nurse Practitioner opportunity.
You’ll report directly to the Executive Director or Administrator and be assigned to a location to conduct Face-to-Face (F2F) visits that support the clinical eligibility of patients receiving hospice care.
Your focus will be performing physical assessments and clinical documentation that supports the hospice physician’s certification or recertification of a patient’s terminal diagnosis, in accordance with CMS requirements.
As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner, You Will:
Perform and document comprehensive physical assessments during required Face-to-Face encounters
Communicate clinical findings to the hospice physician responsible for certifying the patient’s terminal prognosis
Review and interpret diagnostic test results, medication profiles, and treatment plans to support hospice eligibility
Adhere to the CMS-mandated timeframe for F2F assessments
Ensure all documentation meets hospice regulatory standards
Requirements:
Master’s or higher degree in Nursing
Graduate-level Nurse Practitioner program completed through an accredited institution
Current RN license in the state of requested employment
Current state license or certificate as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
National certification as a Nurse Practitioner through ANCC or AANP
Must have an active collaborative agreement in place, as required by state
Preferred Experience:
Previous experience in hospice, palliative care, or geriatrics
Strong understanding of Medicare hospice regulations and eligibility criteria
Experience providing care in home-based or facility settings
Prior experience completing F2F or recertification visits in hospice or home health
Confident, independent practitioner with excellent communication and documentation skills
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
Education Support & Tuition Assistance
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Salary Range $46.34 - $60.00
Keywords: hospice nurse practitioner jobs, NP face-to-face hospice, advanced practice nurse hospice, and hospice F2F provider
At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
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With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
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