Hospice & Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Location: Albuquerque, NMType:Part-TimeSchedule: Flexible, based on patient needsPay: $53-$55 / Hour based on Experience
About Us
At LDV Hospice, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that honors dignity, comfort, and quality of life. As a locally owned hospice organization, we support patients and families through one of life’s most meaningful journeys by combining clinical excellence with genuine human connection. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to ensure every patient receives personalized, respectful care.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Hospice & Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our clinical team on a part-time basis. In this role, you will provide advanced medical care to hospice and palliative patients in the home setting, functioning independently while collaborating with physicians as required by state regulations. This position is ideal for a clinician who values autonomy, clinical excellence, and meaningful patient relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters and report findings to the certifying physician.
- Provide comprehensive medical care and write appropriate orders for hospice and palliative patients.
- Manage symptom control and pain management to optimize patient comfort and dignity.
- Serve as the attending provider when designated by the patient (excluding certification of terminal illness).
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation per hospice policy.
- Supervise and provide clinical guidance to LVNs and HCAs as appropriate.
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and care planning discussions.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing and NP-focused Master’s or Doctoral degree.
- Current and valid APRN license in the State of New Mexico.
- National Nurse Practitioner Board Certification.
- Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience with expertise in symptom management and pain control.
- Knowledge of hospice, palliative care principles, and psychosocial aspects of terminal illness.
- Valid driver’s license and current automobile liability insurance.
- Not listed on the OIG Excluded Providers list.
Why Join LDV Hospice?
- Provide patient-centered care with a strong focus on dignity and comfort.
- Enjoy clinical autonomy with supportive physician collaboration.
- Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven interdisciplinary team.
- Make a meaningful impact on patients and families during critical moments.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
If you are a dedicated Nurse Practitioner with a passion for hospice and palliative care, we invite you to apply and become part of a team where your expertise and compassion truly matter.
Apply today and help us provide comfort, dignity, and peace through LDV Hospice.
About Us
"Who" We Are
Luna Del Valle Hospice is a united team, driven by our shared passions for creating a positive impact in our community. We firmly believe in the significance of providing top-tier hospice care, recognizing that the culmination of life's journey holds a special importance, perhaps even greater than any other life experience. LDV Hospice is guided by the principle that every individual within our community, regardless of their financial circumstances or geographical location, is entitled to receive comprehensive healthcare and dignified end-of-life support. Our dedicated team comprises Registered Nurses and other Healthcare Professionals who were disheartened by the prevailing trend of profit-driven priorities overshadowing patient well-being and the quality of care. Recognizing this trend within the hospice industry, we resolved to instigate a change. Our team is resolute in its commitment to effecting meaningful change within our community on a deeply personal level, touching lives one person at a time.
"Why" We Are
At LDV Hospice, our heartfelt mission is rooted in a strong dedication to serving our community with deep compassion, genuine empathy, and an unyielding commitment. We firmly uphold the belief that every individual should receive the utmost quality of care and comfort throughout their end-of-life journey. Our team of highly skilled and caring professionals work tirelessly to ensure that patients and their families find a profound sense of support and understanding during this challenging phase. Our goal is to establish a secure and nurturing environment where dignity, respect, and autonomy take precedence, enabling patients to make choices that align with their values and wishes. Through the provision of comprehensive and holistic care, we aim to alleviate physical discomfort, emotional strain, and spiritual concerns, fostering an environment of solace and tranquility. Our unwavering pursuit of excellence propels us to constantly adapt, embracing the latest advancements in palliative care and integrating personalized approaches to address the unique requirements of each individual. At LDV Hospice, we perceive our role as both a privilege and a calling, and we feel honored to accompany our community on this profound and sacred journey.