HOMELAND CENTER
Copy Of Part-Time Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) (Finance)
According to prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable state and federal regulations and under the general supervision and in conjunction with the Palliative Care/Hospice Medical Director, as well as the Director. Responsible for performing patient medical examinations and palliative care visits. Documents visits in the patient's clinical record. Provides medical care services and palliative care intervention. Communicates effectively with the Medical Director, Director and the Palliative Care/Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Patient Evaluation
Reviews patient's medical eligibility for palliative care services by performing a nursing examination and documenting the same in the clinical record in order to gather clinical findings to verify the patient's continued medical eligibility for palliative care.
Performs and documents each face-to-face encounter and each subsequent recertification encounter no more than thirty (30) calendar days prior to the start of each benefit period.
Intervention/Patient Care Coordination
As needed, performs medical examinations and patient home visits beyond those required for the face-to-face encounters.
As directed, may assist in managing the patient's terminal condition by coordinating with the attending physician or Medical Director.
Provides consultation for palliative and end-of-life care issues on an as-needed basis and as directed by the Director or the Hospice Medical Director.
Leadership/Professionalism
Maintains current knowledge of palliative care/hospice principles and practices.
Develops and maintains cooperative working relationships with palliative care/hospice staff.
Able to exercise independent judgment, critically analyze situations and make recommendations using appropriate problem-solving skills.
Able to function effectively as a member of a team.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work and communicate within all levels of the organization.
Effectively communicates in interpersonal, professional and public relationships.
Participates in the Quality Assessment/Performance Improvement Program of the agency as appropriate and needed.
Human Relations
Provide the Services in timely and professional manner and in accordance with: (i) the bylaws and operational policies and procedures of Palliative Care, including without limitation its Compliance Program; (ii) Palliative Care's written policies and procedures including those related to billing submission; (iii) Palliative Care's Medicare Conditions of Participation and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Licensure Guidelines; and (iv) local, state and federal laws and regulations, including without limitation, the prohibition against Palliative Care offering, paying any compensation (whether in cash or kind, or directly or indirectly) to induce or reward referrals of services to Palliative Care.
Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, and manage time efficiently and effectively, work with a team approach, and act as a role model.
Develops and maintains effective and positive relationships with the interdisciplinary group, other professionals and physicians in community.
Must have an interest in and a sympathetic, compassionate attitude toward caring for the patient in a palliative care setting.
Must maintain a professional attitude and demeanor and is able to communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co-workers and all others.
Must be able to demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm and willingness to work constructively with other health care team members and reflect concern for the well-being of patients and employees.
Must interact with all staff in a positive fashion supporting the mission and vision of the organization.
Physical Requirements (See Attached Physical Requirements Form.)
Visual/hearing ability must be sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication.
Must have the ability to speak, read, write and understand English.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to effectively manage stress.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
Able to work in a variety of settings and conditions in patient's homes and facilities.
Education
Nurse Practitioners must have a master's degree or higher to qualify for certification in Pennsylvania.
Education includes advanced studies in anatomy, physiology, chemistry, psychology, nursing and microbiology. Master's programs include a combination of classroom and clinical studies. Master's nursing students study advanced health assessments to prepare for the diagnosis and evaluation duties of a practice nurse.
National certification requires the candidate to successfully pass an examination.
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
Must have understanding of the palliative/hospice program of care.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification
Currently licensed and nationally certified as a nurse practitioner per the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Board of Nursing (CRNP)
The candidate must have submitted proof of 45 hours of advanced pharmacology education. The course must have been part of an advanced program and not pharmacology courses that are part of the registered nursing program.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with Pennsylvania requirements.
Satisfactory criminal background checks.
Must have reliable internet access.
Homeland at Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.