Nurse Practitioner - NP - Hospice - FT - Dayshift - covering Pittsburgh/Wexford/Irwin

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Nurse Practitioner - NP - Hospice - FT - Dayshift - covering PittsburghWexfordIrwin

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 patients 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 Youll Bring

• Masters 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 drivers 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 • 401k 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 2026-133671 Category Nurse Practitioners Position Type Full-Time Company Gentiva Hospice