Nurse Practitioner
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Nurse Practitioner
goodshepherdhospice· Nurse Practitioner
About this role
Overview
The primary objective is to provide face-to-face encounters for our hospice patients and/or serve as the attending physician at the patient’s request. Provides nursing assessment, planning and care to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families in accordance with the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care.
Responsibilities
- The Nurse Practitioner may fulfill the role of the attending physician for the purposes of hospice plan of care and admission. The Nurse Practitioner may not certify the terminal illness.
- Receives patient assignments for face to face encounters and operates under the direction of the Executive Director/Hospice Medical Director.
- Initiates communication with the IDT/other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family.
- Cultivates communication and collaboration with the hospice medical director.
- Maintains regular communication with the case manager assigned to the patient. Obtains data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that will influence and provide documentation of the continued eligibility for hospice.
- Maintains up to date schedule of patient visits in order to provide timely face-to face encounters. Turns paperwork into office as required by Medicare and Good Shepherd Hospice policies and procedures.
- Accepts responsibility for participation in IDT in assuring evaluation of continued eligibility for hospice services at the time of admission, if applicable, and recertification as required.
- May participate in continuing education of agency staff and medical community in areas of pain and symptom management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner currently licensed in the state of service and maintains necessary collaborative agreements.
- Any state specific requirements must be met.
- Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care.
- Excellent verbal communication skills
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Nurse Practitioner position at goodshepherdhospice?
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Where is the Nurse Practitioner position at goodshepherdhospice located?
This Nurse Practitioner role at goodshepherdhospice is based in Salina, KS, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Nurse Practitioner role at goodshepherdhospice full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Nurse Practitioner role in the Nurse Practitioner department at goodshepherdhospice.
Which team or department does the Nurse Practitioner at goodshepherdhospice belong to?
This Nurse Practitioner position is part of the Nurse Practitioner department at goodshepherdhospice. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Nurse Practitioner position at goodshepherdhospice?
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When was the Nurse Practitioner job at goodshepherdhospice posted?
This Nurse Practitioner position at goodshepherdhospice was posted on Apr 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Nurse Practitioner
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