Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patients condition. Discusses case with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment. Monitors and maintains progress of patients and reports progress to supervising physician. Has the ability to work collaboratively with hospice employees and volunteers as part of an IDT.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must have a minimum of (2) years experience in hospice, home health or community health in the past five (5) years. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to assist in lifting and transferring patients as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee will be required to stand or walk in excess of one hour per day, talk, hear, sit, stoop, kneel and crouch as needed.
EDUCATION
Requires completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program. State licensure is also required.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
EOE/AA M/F/D/V
VITAS Healthcare is the nations leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, youll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find your purpose at VITAS today.
BENEFITS
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VITAS Healthcare®, a pioneer and leader in the hospice movement since 1978, is the nation’s largest provider of end-of-life care. Our name is derived from the Latin word for “lives” and symbolizes the VITAS mission: to preserve the quality of life for those who have a limited time to live.
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, VITAS operates hospice programs in 15 states and the District of Columbia. VITAS has enjoyed dynamic growth since its founding as a volunteer organization by a United Methodist minister and an oncology nurse. Today, VITAS employs 11,773 professionals who care for terminally ill patients daily-primarily in the patients’ homes, and also in the company’s inpatient hospice units as well as in hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living communities/residential care facilities. VITAS team members include registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, home health aides, physicians, social workers, chaplains and other caregiving professionals.