Nurse Practitioner - NP
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Choice Rehab LLC
Tucson, AZ, US
Summary
The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with the interdisciplinary group to provide palliative treatment and conducts face-to-face visits at patient residences. They also educate patients and families on disease processes and end-of-life care while maintaining clinical knowledge in pharmacology.
Job Description
The Choice Hospice Nurse Practitioner is a passionate provider and hospice advocate- a proven clinician responsible for helping shepherd the care of the seriously ill. The ideal candidate will have a personality type that is predispositioned to thrive in an unstructured environment and is ok with reacting to patient needs while being a supportive team member with excellent ability to communicate with team members.
As a Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you will:
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Collaborates with the IDG in assuring appropriate evaluation and palliative treatment of terminal disease.
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Consults with and educates the patient/family regarding disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care. Provides training to other staff as needed.
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Perform Face-to-Face visits at the patient's place of residence.
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Interacts with attending and consulting physicians as necessary regarding palliative care, in collaboration with hospice physicians.
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Provides clinical assessment results to hospice physician after making face-to-face encounters with patients, as assigned.
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Keeps up with and maintains education/knowledge in pharmacology and palliative medicine.
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Knowledgeable of hospice criteria.
Requirements
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Current STATE RN and Advanced Practice Nurse License
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Valid Driver’s License
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Valid Auto Insurance
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AHA CPR Certification
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HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred
Choice was founded in 2007 by David Jackson a licensed physical therapist. At the heart of his decision to start the business, was his grandfather's struggle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease) during his childhood. He was, and continues to be, forever grateful to the nurses, therapist, aides, and other healthcare providers that touched his family during that time. Every deed, every step, and every moment was cherished and appreciated. Our goal at Choice is to provide healthcare that enables our patients and their families. We hope that our deeds and care can enhance the steps, moments, and experiences for you and your family.
Founded
2012
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Tyler, TX
Choice was founded in 2007 by David Jackson a licensed physical therapist. At the heart of his decision to start the business, was his grandfather's struggle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease) during his childhood. He was, and continues to be, forever grateful to the nurses, therapist, aides, and other healthcare providers that touched his family during that time. Every deed, every step, and every moment was cherished and appreciated. Our goal at Choice is to provide healthcare that enables our patients and their families. We hope that our deeds and care can enhance the steps, moments, and experiences for you and your family.
Founded
2012
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Tyler, TX
