Advanced Practice Nurse (PRN)

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care NJ Egg Harbor Township, NJ, US

Now Hiring - Advanced Practice Nurse - South NJ Team

PRN

The Advanced Practice Nurse will be responsible for, but are not limited to:

Conduct re-certification visits to patients on hospice in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Communicate visit findings to designated members of the interdisciplinary team, including the Medical Director
Facilitate access to appropriate support models of care (i.e., hospice, rehabilitation, on-going aggressive treatment).
Consult with the referring physician, the acute care team, and other members of interdisciplinary team to contribute to the patient's plan of care.
Prepare and maintain accurate patient records, charts and documents
Assist in development of clinical practice guidelines/standards in support of quality palliative care as needed.
Ensure collaboration with patients, caregivers, medical directors and members of IDT.

Education:

Master's Degree in Nursing

Professional Experience:

Must have a Nurse Practitioner's license
Must have 2-4 years experience working within hospice or related field
Must have a Master's Degree
Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable source of transportation
Must be willing to travel

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care NJ - is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees.

We are proud to Offer:

Competitive Salaries
Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Mileage Reimbursement
Opportunities to advance and grow your career
And More!

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care NJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice!

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