Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Grand Haven, MI Area to join our dedicated hospice care team. The NP will provide high-quality palliative care to patients facing life-limiting illnesses, working closely with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comfort, dignity, and optimal quality of life for patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical exams and symptom management.

Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the hospice team.

Manage and adjust pain and symptom control treatments to improve patient comfort.

Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families during end-of-life care.

Collaboration:

Work closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains to provide a holistic approach to hospice care.

Participate in care conferences to discuss patient progress and modify care plans as needed.

Education:

Educate patients and families about disease progression, hospice services, and end-of-life care options.

Provide guidance on advance care planning, including advance directives and DNR orders.

Documentation:

Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with hospice policies, Medicare guidelines, and legal requirements.

Complete certification of terminal illness documentation as necessary.

Qualifications:

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited NP program.

Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Michigan

Certification as a Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner preferred

Minimum of 5 years nursing experience; clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, intensive care preferred

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on compassionate care.

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

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