Nurse Practitioner, Hospice

Phoebe Putney Health System

Albany, GA

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Albany, GA
POSTED
10 days ago

Make Every Moment Matter as a Hospice Nurse Practitioner
In this role, you’ll provide comfort, dignity, and expert care to patients and families when they need it most.

Position Overview

Phoebe Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary team in Albany, Georgia. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses across Southwest Georgia. The Nurse Practitioner will play a vital role in supporting patients and their families by enhancing quality of life through thoughtful, personalized care and clinical expertise.

About Phoebe Hospice

Phoebe Hospice provides specialized care for patients with a limited life expectancy, emphasizing comfort, compassion, and dignity at every stage of the end-of-life journey. While hospice is known for emotional support, our program also delivers excellence in symptom control and pain management to enhance quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive medical care to patients in accordance with established protocols and standards

  • Conduct patient assessments, develop care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team

  • Manage and treat symptoms, including pain and other distressing conditions

  • Support patients and families through education, communication, and compassionate presence

  • Participate in care coordination and case discussions to ensure continuity and quality of care

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements

Qualifications
Master’s degree in nursing. (Required)

Work Experience
3 years’ experience in supervision and independent decision making in major nursing areas. (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications
NP-C - Adult Nurse Practitioner - AANPCP (Required)
BCLS - Basic Life Support (Required)

About the Company

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Phoebe Putney Health System