Join our team at VHS Hospice as a Nurse Practitioner.

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services 

Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities available

$55-$70 an hour (all inclusive)

Responsibilities as Nurse Practitioner:

• Provide medical support and coordination to hospice patients and family members.
• Provides medical expertise on pain, symptom management, and the evaluation of terminal prognosis to patients, family members and staff
• Ensures that the care being provided is based on established hospice and palliative care guidelines and standards
• Regularly contacts and collaborates with VHS providers regarding new patient referrals
• Performs patient visits primarily in, private residences, long-term care facilities, assisted living facilities, hospital or other locations via telehealth
• Interacts with attending physicians, as necessary, regarding the care and treatment of patients in the Hospice program and works collaboratively regarding potential referrals to Hospice
• Provides Hospice Medical Director with face-to-face encounter documentation
• Performs other duties as assigned by Medical Director
  
  

Qualifications for Nurse Practitioner:

• MSN from an accredited nursing school; current State licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in good standing
• 2- 4 years’ experience in a medical specialty involved in the care and treatment of patients diagnosed with serious, advanced or terminal illnesses; a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in Oncology, Pain & Symptom Management, Palliative Care, and Hospice, healthcare in a hospital or physician practice setting
• Current CPR Certification
• Ability to obtain hospital privileges
• Certification by American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and/or The National Board for Certification of Hospice and Palliative Nurses (NBCHPN- Certification for Hospice and Palliative ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSES) preferred. If not certified by the NBCHPN, certification will be expected to be completed within a time agreed upon between administration and the employee
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle for on-the-job transportation, and evidence of insurance coverage, as required per policy.
  
  

Benefits as Chaplain:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Shift differentials
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources
  
  

Join our team at VHS Hospice, where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.