Nurse Practitioner - Part Time - Temporary - Palliative Care

JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE YET LARGE OF HEART

Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agencys mission: to deliver compassionate personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a persons life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients their families and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that allows you to make a lasting impact Please apply today!

POSITION SUMMARY:

20 to 30 hours a week - Temporary up to 5 months

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Palliative Care Program in a temporary capacity to cover a medical leave with an expected duration of up to 5 months. This role is ideal for a clinician who thrives in interdisciplinary settings and is passionate about improving the quality of life for patients with serious illness. Under the guidance of the Palliative Care Medical Director and Director of Palliative Care the Nurse Practitioner performs face-to-face visits conducts comprehensive assessments prescribes treatments and helps guide patients and families through complex medical decisions. This is a unique opportunity to provide holistic person-centered care while supporting an established and well-respected palliative care team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be Medicare certified with active Medicare billing privileges

Education: Masters degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Licensure: Current California Nurse Practitioner license

Certification: BLS certification required; Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care preferred

Experience: Minimum of 3 years in hospice and/or palliative care in an advanced practice role

Core Competencies: Strong clinical judgment excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of symptom management and patient education

Technical Skills: Proficiency in EMR use and timely documentation

Other: Valid drivers license reliable transportation and current auto insurance

EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Matching 401K Plan
• Clinical and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Small Manageable Service Area

WHY JOIN HOSPICE OF THE NORTH COAST

• Be part of a mission-driven nonprofit that truly values whole-person care
• Work alongside a dedicated and compassionate team of professionals
• Help support a vital program while gaining meaningful experience in community-based palliative care

Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including but not limited to veteran status race color sex religion gender identity national origin or disability status.

Disclaimer: For all our employees we conduct pre-employment drug and physical tests as well as background checks that include criminal records employment history education verification and an OIG exclusion review.