Nurse Practitioner - Hospice - Per Diem

Position Summary:   Provides care and treatment to patients under the supervision of the attending physician(s) in accordance with established guidelines.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Obtains health histories and assesses the patient in order to determine healthcare needs.
2. Performs physical examinations.
3. Orders routine laboratory/diagnostic tests and adjusts treatment plan as appropriate.
4. Makes tentative diagnosis about management and treatment of patients.
5. Counsels patients in relation to their health needs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• MSN
• Current Nurse Practitioner state license
• BLS certification

Preferred: 

• Prior Nurse Practitioner experience

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.