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Palliative Nurse Practitioner – Resource 1 Home Care Staffing

Palliative Nurse Practitioner

Wilmington, DE
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Palliative Nurse Practitioner

About Us

Since 1982, our organization has been a leader in providing the highest quality hospice and healthcare services. We serve as a trusted community partner in end-of-life education and support. Accredited by the Joint Commission, we are proud to be the largest and only licensed, non-profit, community-based hospice serving Delaware. Our commitment to excellence and compassionate care has made us a cornerstone of healthcare in our community for over four decades.

About the Role

As a Palliative Nurse Practitioner at our organization, you’ll provide compassionate care to patients with serious illnesses and their families. You’ll be a key member of our palliative team, working in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess patients’ physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, and social needs
  • Prescribe medications and treatments to manage symptoms
  • Document patient visits and discussions using our EMR system (Netsmart)
  • Communicate findings and recommendations to the care team
  • Participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions across the care continuum
  • Stay current on goals of care conversations, Advance Health Care Directives, and DMOST
  • Contribute to staff and community education on palliative care and end-of-life issues

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree and certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
  • Current Delaware nursing license
  • CPR certification
  • Minimum of two years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care
  • Certification (or willingness to pursue) as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Hospice and Palliative Care

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to bend, squat, lift, and turn patients
  • Capable of lifting 30 to 60 lbs, following industry safety standards

What We Offer

  • Opportunity for extensive experience and creative problem-solving
  • Collaborative work environment with an interdisciplinary team
  • Professional growth through in-services, conferences, and committee participation

Benefits of Employment

  • Comprehensive compensation with merit increases
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement, including RN Career Ladders Program
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (starts day 1)
  • Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • 403(B) retirement fund with company contribution after 2 years of service
  • Retention awards
  • Robust orientation & training
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Reimbursement for certification fees and tuition assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and family members at no cost
  • Employee referral program

Schedule and Compensation

  • Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm with some on-call responsibilities
  • $100,000 – $112,000 base compensation
  • Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate

Work Location and Coverage Area

  • Home-based visits in New Castle County

Productivity Expectations

  • 20 visits per week

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families during challenging times. Become part of a legacy of care that spans over 40 years in our community.