Sign upLog in
JobsJobs in TexasJobs in Austin, TXHealthcare JobsNursing Jobs

PRN | Nurse Practitioner | Resolutions Hospice

Pennant Services

Austin, Texas

Apply
JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Clinical Information, Clinical Validation, Community Health, Consulting, Documentation, Healthcare, Hospice Care, Laboratory Testing, Medical Conditions, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medications, Mentoring, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Philosophy, Registered Nurse (RN), Risk, Safety/Work Safety, Set Goals, Team Player, Testing, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Austin, Texas
POSTED
24 days ago
Join a Team That Puts YOU First!

Why work at Resolutions Hospice?

At Resolutions Hospice we do things differently. Our philosophy is simple: our team comes first. When you feel supported, empowered, and valued, you deliver the kind of care that changes lives. That's why we invest in your growth from day one through mentorship, ongoing education, and a culture that encourages intelligent risk tasking and innovation.

If you're passionate about making a difference and want a career that grows with you, Resolutions Hospice is the place to be!

Why You'll Love This Role

The Nurse Practitioner is a registered professional nurse with advanced graduate education and clinical training who provides comprehensive hospice services in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act and under the supervision of a collaborating physician. He/She provides hospice care through the evaluation and assessment of the health history, health promotion, diagnosing medical conditions, management of health problems by directing and developing the plan of care, prescribing medications or treatments, coordinating and collaborating with patients, families and other healthcare practitioners. Under the supervision of a physician, the nurse practitioner visits patients, completes physical assessments, performs face to face assessments and evaluates hospice eligibility as assigned in consultation with the hospice interdisciplinary team. The nurse practitioner builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the need of individuals and families within their homes and communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care

1. Provides medical care, palliates and manages terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a collaborating physician.

2. Completes history and physical examinations by evaluating the patient's medical condition and health history, ordering and interpreting results from laboratory and diagnostic tests or procedures, diagnosing health conditions and documents the findings in the patient's medical record.

3. Manages health conditions and terminal illnesses by developing an individualized plan of care, prescribing medications and / or treatments, obtaining consultations or making referrals and coordinating hospice care services.

4. Completes the hospice face to face visit requirements prior to the third and subsequent hospice benefit periods to assess hospice eligibility based on the hospice conditions of participation and the local coverage determinations. Provides clinical information to the hospice medical director for interpretation for eligibility for hospice recertification.

5. Makes recommendations to the hospice medical director regarding patient eligibility for certification and recertification for hospice care.

6. Reviews clinical information, coordinates and oversees patient care in consultation with the hospice interdisciplinary team and other healthcare practitioners.

7. Assures that patient receives appropriate measures to control symptoms, through collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.

Communication

1. Communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary group to create review and revise the patient's plan of care.

2. Consults with the patient's attending physician, the hospice medical director and other healthcare practitioners regarding the patient's eligibility for hospice care, ongoing care needs and medical management related to the patient's terminal condition.

3. Communicates with other community health practitioners to coordinate the plan of care.
4. Attends and participates in hospice interdisciplinary group meetings.

5. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes, physical examination notes, assessment visit notes, medical orders, collaboration notes and other documentation in the medical record.

6. Educates/counsels patients, families, and/or caregivers as to preventative care, medical problems, psychological problems, and spiritual problems in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team to meet the total needs of patients.

7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient.

8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care.

9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to identify the goals of care and meet the care needs of the patient and family/caregiver.
10. Serves as a nursing resource for

About the Company

P

Pennant Services

Resume Resources

Free Resume TemplatesFree Resume Builder

Similar Job Searches

Charge Nurse Jobs in Austin, TXClinical Nurse Jobs in Austin, TXCNA Jobs in Austin, TXCNS Jobs in Austin, TXLicensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Austin, TXLicensed Vocational Nurse Jobs in Austin, TXLPN Jobs in Austin, TXLVN Jobs in Austin, TXMedical Surgical Nurse Jobs in Austin, TXNurse Coordinator Jobs in Austin, TX