Transcend Hospice (2) - Introduction: At Transcend Hospice & Palliative Care NJ, we focus on making the moments matter.
Join our dedicated team in a fulfilling role as a Hospice Nurse Practitioner.
This position is ideal for compassionate professionals seeking to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and families facing end-of-life challenges.
Based in Cherry Hill, this role offers a unique opportunity to deliver personalized, end-of-life care in a supportive environment.
Job Duties: Medical Evaluations: Conduct thorough history and physical examinations, assess medical conditions, and review health histories. Diagnostic Interpretation: Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose health conditions.
Document findings comprehensively in the patients medical record. Care Recommendations: Advise the hospice medical director on patient eligibility and re-certification for hospice care based on clinical assessments. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate and oversee patient care in consultation with the hospice interdisciplinary team and other healthcare practitioners. Symptom Management: Ensure patients receive appropriate interventions to manage symptoms effectively, collaborating with team members to optimize care. Care Planning: Participate in the creation, review, and revision of patient care plans with the interdisciplinary group. Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed patient records and documentation to support medical practices and ensure proper reimbursement for services. Requirements: Licensure: Current Nurse Practitioner license in the State of New Jersey. Experience: Experience in Hospice, Oncology, Home Health, or long-term care is preferred. Transportation: Must possess a valid driver's license and auto liability insurance. Medical Specialty: Geriatrics Hospice & Palliative Medicine Work Location: In person