Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Lifesong Hospice is a subsidiary of Country Meadows and Provident Place Retirement Communities. Lifesong is now hiring a full time (32-40hrs/week) Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our family-owned organization and help us build and launch our brand new Palliative Care Program in Central PA. At Lifesong, we believe exceptional care begins with genuine connection. We are committed to caring for patients and families with dignity, presence, and compassion. We are seeking a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner who values relationship based care and wants to make a meaningful different-one patient, one family, one moment at a time. In this new role, the Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner will participate in the development and implementation of medical policies, procedures, and protocols; comply with state and national regulations; represent Lifesong Hospice and Palliative Care (LHPC) in interactions with physicians, hospital staff, facility staff, and others in the community.Successful outcomes of this position include:High-quality patient care provided in a compassionate, competent, and caring mannerSuccessful clinical program developmentSkill development for Hospice clinical staffRegulatory compliance including proper documentationEnhanced community relationships and program visibilityExcellent staff and patient satisfactionOur investment in you: Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)PayActiv On-Demand Pay – Work today, get paid tomorrowUp to 23 days paid time off your first year, including your birthday and Personal Day of Meaning and opportunity to roll over unused timeWeekly mileage reimbursementHospice certification incentive programComprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medicalExcellent vision and dental 401(k) retirement plan with company matchSupplemental life insuranceCompany-paid short-term disabilitySupplemental short- and long-term disability plansFamily and medical leave Paid bereavement and jury duty leaveWellness reimbursement incentivesOur support for you:Locally and family-owned, private company24/7 direct access to your support teamOn-staff clinical experts to train, mentor and celebrate youCareer paths and continuing educationDedicated full-time weekend and evening on-call teamEmployee assistance program for you and your familyCo-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)Helping Hand interest-free loansBenefits may vary based on employment statusPalliative Nurse Practitioner ResponsibilitiesParticipate in the development and updating of plans for patient care that are medically appropriate, meet LHPC standards and guidelines, and are consistent with accepted hospice and palliative care standards.Provide clinical care in collaboration with the IDG, including, but not limited to;Clinical Assessment/Prescribing and adjustment of cost-effective medications (as per license and DEA registration) including consulting the PA Prescription Drug Monitoring Program profile as required.Appropriate ordering of DMEAppropriate ordering and interpretation of radiological and laboratory testsParticipation in rotating on-call availabilityEducation of patients and families as needed in collaboration with the IDGComplete accurate and timely electronic documentation in accord with organizational policies to support sound hospice practices and facilitate appropriate reimbursement of services.Assist in education of hospice clinical staff, facility staff, and patients and families:Disease trajectoryPotential signs and symptoms of disease progressionPharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management of symptomsMedication stewardship including appropriate de-prescribingEnd-of-life signs and symptoms.Adhere to confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization.Help assure agency compliance with state and federal regulations and accreditation standards.Maintain continuing education for professional licensure, certification, and competence.Support the organization's Mission and Value Performance Standards.Palliative Nurse Practitioner Minimum QualificationsNP with graduation from an accredited training program and current licensure to practice in Pennsylvania.State drivers' license in good standing.Automobile in good working order and insured in accordance with the applicable state laws (proof of insurance to be provided annually).Minimum two years-experience; experience in the area of geriatrics, home care, or hospice preferred.Certification in Hospice and/or Palliative Care preferredCurrent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificationSelf-directed and able to work with minimum supervision.High proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, cellular technology, and EMR.About Lifesong Hospice and Palliative Care:Lifesong co-workers connect with our clients in the comfort of their home by personalizing hospice care plans tailored to their preferences and needs and helping them transition to be as comfortable as possible. We seek to celebrate the meaning of their lives and ensure their unique legacy is honored. We want to inspire our caregivers to create harmony for each unique life story—their Lifesong.EOELI-DNI