NP Hospice Full-time
Amedisys, Inc.

NP Hospice Nurse Practitioner

Amedisys, Inc. Lakeland, FL, US
$118,000 - $130,000 / year
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Overview

Nurse Practitioner – Hospice (Lakeland, FL)

Compassionate Care Hospice, an Amedisys Company

 

 **This position is based in Lakeland, FL and requires daily travel within Polk County. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

 

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys nurse practitioner

Join CCH/Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

 

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
  • Monday–Friday flex schedule, no weekends
  • Opportunities for professional growth
  • A supportive, team-oriented environment

Salary Range: 

$118,000-130,000 annually, plus bonus opportunities. Final compensation may vary based on experience and skills.

 

Benefits That Matter

  • Full Benefits Package – Choose from affordable PPO or HSA medical plans
  • Generous PTO – support your personal time and well-being
  • Up to $1,000 in Free Healthcare Services annually when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan
  • Wellness Rewards – Earn up to $500 for completing wellness activities. Use rewards for spa treatments, gym memberships, hobbies, pet care, cell phone fees and more*
  • Mental Health Support – Up to five free counseling sessions per year
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – With a competitive company match
  • Family Support – Including infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, and paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Fleet Vehicle Program – Restrictions apply, plus mileage reimbursement
  • And More – Additional perks to support your health, happiness, and career growth

Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status.

*To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

 

Technology Used

 

• HCHB = Proprietary Real-time database

• Enclara Pharmacy solutions with 24/7 access

• IPrescribe – Efficiencies with medication management

• Forcura – Document management system

• Medline - Supply ordering system

• TalentEDGE - Amedisys' premier learning center

• EBSCO - Nursing Resource Center for CEUs

• Tablet with voice dictation and mileage tracking

• Outlook added to Teams, Chat, Yammer

Responsibilities

  • Communicate significant findings, problems, changes in condition or environment to the clinical manager/attending physician and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Complete face to face encounters and assesses the following: disease related changes, decline in function, adherence and effectiveness of pain and symptom regimen, the patient and family coping mechanisms and quality of life.
  • Order and review appropriate lab, x-rays, EKG's and other diagnostic procedures for palliation and treatment of the terminal disease as dictated by the patient's condition and documents the treatment plan accordingly and reviews results with collaborating physician.
  • Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the patient's needs.
  • Actively participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.

Qualifications

  • Current and unencumbered license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state the employee is assigned to work by the Company.
  • Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Nurse Practitioner or minimum of one (1) year experience as a hospice Registered Nurse in last three (3) years.
  • Must have the authority to practice as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided.
  • Must have the authority to prescribe as a nurse practitioner in the state where services are provided.
  • Must have obtained Medicare billing privileges as a nurse practitioner.
  • Must meet physician-nurse practitioner restrictive collaborative requirements specific to state assigned to work by the Company and supply a copy of all active collaborating physician agreements and indicate whether these will be transferable to your employment with Amedisys.
  • Must have insurance required by state law for nurse practitioners to practice [and prescribe] in the state where services are provided or be eligible for such insurance requirements to be satisfied by group coverage with an employer.
  • Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement and coding for all levels of service - home, office, nursing home, assisted living, etc., Medicaid and other regulatory requirements.
  • Current CPR certification.

 

Preferred:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Comfortable with daily travel between facilities
  • Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems, HCHB exp.

Required:

  • Hospice or home health experience experience minimum 1 year.

 

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and connect directly with a local recruiter to learn more about joining our compassionate team—and be part of something truly meaningful.

 

👉https://www.amedisys.com/careers/

 

 

 

 

This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com for more information.

 

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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