Nurse Practitioner Hospice PRN

NP Hospice Nurse Practitioner | New London county Beacon Hospice, Amedisys Make a difference every day as an Amedisys nurse practitionerJoin Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U. S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home. Attractive pay$75.00 - $85.00 hourly What's in it for youChoice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.

Paid time off. Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan. Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.401(k) with a company match.

Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. And more.*Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.*Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities Communicate significant findings, problems, changes in condition or environment to the clinical manager/attending physician and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Complete face to face encounters and assesses the following: disease related changes, decline in function, adherence and effectiveness of pain and symptom regimen, the patient and family coping mechanisms and quality of life. Order and review appropriate lab, x-rays, EKG's and other diagnostic procedures for palliation and treatment of the terminal disease as dictated by the patient's condition and documents the treatment plan accordingly and reviews results with collaborating physician.

Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the patient's needs. Actively participate in interdisciplinary team conferences. Qualifications Current and unencumbered license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state the employee is assigned to work by the Company.

Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Nurse Practitioner or minimum of one (1) year experience as a hospice Registered Nurse in last three (3) years. Must have the authority to practice as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided. Must have the authority to prescribe as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided.

Must have obtained Medicare billing privileges as a nurse practitioner. Must meet physician-nurse practitioner restrictive collaborative requirements specific to state assigned to work by the Company and supply a copy of all active collaborating physician agreements and indicate whether these will be transferable to your employment with Amedisys. Must have insurance required by state law for nurse practitioners to practice [and prescribe] in the state where services are provided or be eligible for such insurance requirements to be satisfied by group coverage with an employer.

Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement and coding for all levels of service - home, office, nursing home, assisted living, etc., Medicaid and other regulatory requirements. Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.

S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.