Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

Empatia, part of Gentiva, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Palliative Care to provide advanced care to patients in their homes. In this role, you will work autonomously in collaboration with the Palliative Medical Director and interdisciplinary care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care. You will help patients achieve the highest quality of life possible while managing complex medical needs, guiding patients and families through every stage of treatment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered palliative care
• Perform in-depth patient assessments, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in partnership with patients and families
• Manage and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and progress
• Prescribe medications, including controlled substances, and order diagnostic tests as permitted by state law
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional standards
• Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in evening and weekend call rotation as needed
• Facilitate referrals for additional care services when appropriate

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing (or equivalent per state law)
• Minimum two years of Nurse Practitioner experience
• Current RN license and Nurse Practitioner certification or license as required by state law
• Collaborative agreement with supervising physician (or willingness to establish)
• Part B Provider certification
• Federal DEA license and state DEA license if required by state law
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
• Understanding of palliative medicine principles, home health, hospice care eligibility, and Medicare and Medicaid regulations
• Proficiency in point-of-care software and technology
• Strong independent decision-making abilities and self-motivation
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously in an advanced practice role
• Experience with Part B billing

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty in Family or Adult Medicine
• ACHPN certification in Hospice and Palliative Care

Additional Requirements

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements for Gentiva and licensing boards
• Must maintain a drug-free workplace compliance

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• National and local recognition programs
• Teammate assistance fund
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program (full-time)
• Generous paid time off plus 7 paid holidays (full-time)
• Wellness programs including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care (full-time)
• Education support and tuition assistance for ASN to BSN and BSN to MSN programs (full-time)
• Free continuing education units (full-time)
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance (full-time)
• Voluntary benefits including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care insurance (full-time)