APP Hospice

Category:
Advanced Practice Provider

City:
Jackson
State:
Tennessee
Shift:
0 - Day (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:
Responsible for planning the delivery of Hospice Home Visits and health education programs in the community. Works under general established supervision using protocols as required. Will make required certification visits as required by CMS. Models appropriate behavior to employees as exemplified in the Quality Plus manner, which reflects commitment to the Continuous Process Improvement Plan (CPI). Position reporting to the Department Director and Medical Director. Flexible work hours five days a week, subject to non-traditional hours.

• Collaborates with the precepting physician in establishing/ reviewing protocols for managing acute and long-term medical needs of the patients.
• Performs a complete physical exam, obtain a complete medical history and records findings. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Interprets and integrates data to determine preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plan.
• Provides medical services and health education to adult and geriatric patients under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner's preceptor.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to approved protocols developed with and under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner's preceptor which may include the following: securing, recording and evaluating the health, psychosocial and developmental history of patients, ordering laboratory and x-ray studies, carrying out prescription drug orders under protocols, management of common or chronic illnesses, referrals, etc. Documents the processes of nursing care delivery.
• Administers or gives orders to nursing support to administer medications and injections in compliance with state law and hospice guidelines.
• Functions as a patient advocate, conducts follow-up care and coordinate care with other health care providers and makes appropriate referrals for continuity of care.
• Maintains accurate and complete medical records in a timely fashion.
• Demonstrates effective guest excellence skills with patients, families and guest.
• Provide educational counseling that will enhance patient care and preventative knowledge.
• Participates in the selection, supervision and evaluation of clinical personnel utilized in the hospice.
• Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Master's Degree in Nursing with successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner as approved by the state of Tennessee.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:

• RN License, APN Certification for FNP and BLS certification. Current DEA license issued by the Drug Enforcement Agency.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and auto liability insurance.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer two years experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner
• Prefer Hospice background.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of nurse practitioner principles and techniques. Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and productively in a team environment with a diverse set of employees, patients and families. Process computer skills sufficient to conduct word processing for document development and patient record documentation.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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