Nurse Practitioner Per Diem - Palliative Care

St. Tammany Health System Madisonville, LA 70447, US

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: TBD

Work Shift: As needed; M-F 8am-4:30p with weekend shift available

Job Summary:

Works in collaboration with physicians and hospice interdisciplinary team members to deliver palliative care services. Provides home visits for face-to-face assessments, GIP (general in patient) consults/admissions, on-call provider coverage and comfort care consults. Provides patient and family education, psychological support, social support, and survivorship care planning throughout the continuum of care. Works with patients and families to establish goals of care related to health care services. Assists with staff development.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Adult Health Nursing/Nurse Practitioner. Minimum two years’ experience in a palliative care setting required. Current Louisiana APRN license. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledgeable on CMS guidelines for Hospice.

Must have a valid and current state issued driver’s license. Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching

Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found b y clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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