Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Gentiva • Daphne, AL • 5h ago

Overview

Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Hospice Care.

We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioner to perform Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters essential for hospice eligibility certification and recertification. In this role, you will gather comprehensive clinical information, perform detailed assessments, and collaborate closely with hospice physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform and complete physical assessments for hospice F2F encounters within CMS-established regulatory timeframes.

Document clinical findings accurately and attest F2F encounters in patient medical records.

Utilize Local Coverage Determination (LCD) criteria per hospice policy and regulatory requirements.

Communicate clinical findings, review treatment plans, lab results, diagnostics, and medications with certifying physicians.

Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary group (IDG) members, patients, caregivers, and families.

Provide clinical recommendations to the IDG based on F2F assessment findings.

Conduct assessments in the patient's place of residence, including home, skilled nursing, or other settings.

Notify the hospice agency promptly if unable to complete F2F visits as scheduled.

May provide F2F coverage for multiple provider numbers with approval.

About You

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:

Master's or higher degree in Nursing

Completion of an accredited graduate-level nurse practitioner education program

Current registered nurse license in state of practice

Current advanced practice nurse license or certification

National Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC or AANP)

Collaborative agreement in place as required

Current CPR certification

Valid driver's license and automobile insurance

Strong understanding of hospice care principles and terminally ill patient support systems

Excellent patient assessment and clinical evaluation skills

Familiarity with LCD criteria and hospice documentation requirements

Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and other regulatory guidelines

Strong oral and written communication skills

Compassionate and sensitive to end-of-life issues impacting patients and families

Ability to provide emotional support during times of crisis

Flexible and adaptable with ability to manage diverse tasks efficiently

Effective communicator across diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds

Cooperative and tactful team member adhering to OSHA, state, and federal hospice regulations

Preferred (Not Required):

Experience in acute care, hospital, oncology, home health, skilled nursing, or hospice settings

We Offer

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 (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Join our hospice team

Play a vital role in delivering compassionate, compliant care that honors patients' dignity and supports families during challenging times

Legalese

This is a safety-sensitive position

Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

We are proud to be an EEO employer

We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-139385 Category: Nurse Practitioners Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice

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