Position: Nurse Practitioner
Summary of Position: The Nurse Practitioner provides assistance to the Medical Director for the overall medical direction for all hospice and palliative care patients under the care of EverHeart Hospice.
He/she provides guidance to the hospice and palliative care program, to any physician employees, and to EverHeart Hospice staff and volunteers to assure the maintenance of quality care for patients and families.
He/she serves as a liaison between the program, community physicians, and other health care providers to interpret and expand appropriate patient care.
He/she provides direct medical care as needed to patients in the home, inpatient, hospital, or nursing facility setting.
He/she provides clinical leadership and expertise.
Education and Experience:
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Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited School of Nursing
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Completion of a nurse practitioner program or certified as a Nurse Practitioner
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Current Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Ohio and Indiana.
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Current staff privileges at hospitals in the Agency’s service areas.
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Specialization in area of Family Practice, Oncology, or Hospice is preferred.
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Knowledge of non-profit organizations preferred.
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Minimum of five years of nursing experience; clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, intensive care
Monday through Friday
40 Hours a Week