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NP / Nurse Practitioner - Hospice

Part-time

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Guthrie Center, IA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current Nursing License In The State Of PracticeCurrent DEA LicenseCurrent CPR CertificationCertification From An Approved Advanced Practice Nursing Certifying BodyNurse Practitioner Certification In Gerontology, Adult, Or FamilyMaster's degree

Job overview

BrightSpring Health Services is hiring a NP / Nurse Practitioner - Hospice. Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide expert, patient-centered care. This role involves patient assessments, symptom management, advance care planning, and ensuring care aligns with patients' values and goals. The Nurse Practitioner will work in a supportive environment, offering quality 1:1 care with flexible scheduling options and opportunities for professional growth.

Key focus areas include Provide compassionate medical care and symptom management, Perform assessments, order / interpret diagnostic tests, and develop care plans, and Prescribe medications, manage treatments, and coordinate hospice services.

Successful candidates bring Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing And Nurse Practitioner Program, Master's Degree, and 1 Year NP Experience. Important skills include Patient Assessments, Symptom Management, Advance Care Planning, Medical Care, Interpret Diagnostic Tests, and Develop Care Plans.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient AssessmentsSymptom ManagementAdvance Care PlanningMedical CareInterpret Diagnostic TestsDevelop Care PlansPrescribe MedicationsManage TreatmentsCoordinate Hospice ServicesClinical DocumentationCompliance RegulationEducate Patients & FamiliesQuality Improvement EffortsProfessional DevelopmentClinical ResourceLiaison to Community PartnersExcellent ObservationCommunicationStrong Problem-SolvingMathematical SkillsNursing SkillsCounsel and Communicate Effectively With Patients and Families Regarding End-of-Life Issues

Qualifications

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner ProgramMaster's Degree1 Year NP ExperienceCurrent Nursing License in the State of PracticeCurrent DEA LicenseCurrent CPR CertificationCertification From an Approved Advanced Practice Nursing Certifying BodyLicensed Driver With an Automobile That Is Insured in Accordance With State/or Organization Requirements and Is in Good Working Order1 Year Hospice or Palliative Care ExperienceNurse Practitioner Certification in Gerontology, Adult, or Family

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Our Company

Hospice of the Midwest

Overview

Office Location: 103 N. 4 th St. Guthrie Center, IA 50115  

Coverage area:  Travel required throughout the Guthrie Center area

Schedule:  PRN F2F Visits

Are you a Nurse Practitioner looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a passionate, dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our team! Our Nurse Practitioners provide expert, patient-centered care at a critical time in people’s lives. This role includes patient assessments, symptom management, advance care planning, and ensuring care aligns with patients' values and goals. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!  

How YOU will benefit :

  • Quality 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families  

  • Provide care that is centered on comfort, dignity, and goals of care

  • Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options  

  • Less time on your feet compared to other settings  

  • Ability to work independently while also having interdisciplinary team support    

  • Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company   

As a Nurse Practitioner You will:   

  • Provide compassionate medical care and symptom management

  • Perform assessments, order / interpret diagnostic tests, and develop care plans

  • Prescribe medications, manage treatments, and coordinate hospice services

  • Conduct and document face-to-face visits for eligibility and recertification

  • Collaborate with physicians and IDT team to align care with patient goals.

  • Participate in care planning and coordinate with team and external providers

  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance regulation

  • Educate patients & families on medical, emotional, and spiritual needs

  • Contribute to quality improvement efforts and professional development

  • Serve as a clinical resource and liaison to community partners

Responsibilities

Benefits and Perks for You!    

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance   

  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)   

  • Tuition discounts & reimbursement   

  • 401(k) with company match   

  • Generous PTO   

  • Mileage reimbursement  

  • Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom , SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!   

*Benefits may vary by employment status  

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner program

  • Master’s degree with a minimum of one year NP experience

  • One year of NP experience or one year of RN hospice experience

  • Minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience preferred

  • Current nursing license in the state of practice

  • Current DEA license (if applicable to state regulations)

  • Current CPR certification

  • Certification from an approved advanced practice nursing certifying body, as required by the state

  • Nurse Practitioner Certification in Gerontology, Adult, or Family (preferred)

  • Excellent observation, verbal, and written communication skills

  • Strong problem-solving and mathematical skills

  • Proficient in nursing skills as outlined in the competency checklist

  • Demonstrated ability to counsel and communicate effectively with patients and families regarding end-of-life issues

  • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order  

About our Line of Business

At Hospice of the Midwest, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of the Midwest, an affiliate of Adoration Health, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visitwww.hospiceofthemidwest.com. Follow us onFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/HospiceoftheMidwest) andLinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hospice-of-the-midwest) .

BrightSpring Health Services, and our family of brands, provides equal employment opportunity

Job LocationsUS-IA-GUTHRIE CENTER

ID 2026-182494

Line of Business Hospice of the Midwest

Position Type PRN

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