Nurse Practitioner
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VITAS Healthcare
Lecanto, FL, US
Summary
The Nurse Practitioner performs physical examinations and preventive health measures for hospice patients. They act as an expert team member to support the organization's end-of-life care mission.
Job Description
- Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's 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 nation’s 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, you’ll 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 Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
Choose a Career with VITAS
VITAS Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, guided by a mission to deliver compassionate, personalized support that honors every life and every moment. Our vision is to be the trusted leader in care, offering empathetic, innovative, patient and family centered services that help individuals navigate life’s journey with dignity, comfort and peace.
A career at VITAS means joining nearly 12,000 professionals who bring purpose, expertise and heart to their work every day. Our teams care for patients and families during meaningful moments, supported by a culture that values empathy, collaboration, and professional growth. VITAS was named a 2025 Top Workplace in Healthcare, reflecting our commitment to creating an environment where people feel supported, respected and inspired to grow.
We take care of each other the same way we care for our patients. Team members receive mentoring, resources and flexibility that allow them to do what is right at the bedside. You will be trusted as an expert in your field and valued for the impact you make. At VITAS, your work strengthens a mission that honors life, supports families and brings comfort when it matters most.
If you are driven by purpose and motivated by compassion, you will find a meaningful career here. Join a team that believes every moment matters, and every role contributes to the care we provide.
Founded
1978
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Miramar, Florida
VITAS Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, guided by a mission to deliver compassionate, personalized support that honors every life and every moment. Our vision is to be the trusted leader in care, offering empathetic, innovative, patient and family centered services that help individuals navigate life’s journey with dignity, comfort and peace.
A career at VITAS means joining nearly 12,000 professionals who bring purpose, expertise and heart to their work every day. Our teams care for patients and families during meaningful moments, supported by a culture that values empathy, collaboration, and professional growth. VITAS was named a 2025 Top Workplace in Healthcare, reflecting our commitment to creating an environment where people feel supported, respected and inspired to grow.
We take care of each other the same way we care for our patients. Team members receive mentoring, resources and flexibility that allow them to do what is right at the bedside. You will be trusted as an expert in your field and valued for the impact you make. At VITAS, your work strengthens a mission that honors life, supports families and brings comfort when it matters most.
If you are driven by purpose and motivated by compassion, you will find a meaningful career here. Join a team that believes every moment matters, and every role contributes to the care we provide.
Founded
1978
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Miramar, Florida