Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Bridging Life Hospice
Location: Face to Face visits
 

About the Role:
Northwest Hospital is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our Hospice team.position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to patients and families facing serious illness, both in our  in-home hospice settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct face-to-face patient encounters in inpatient and home hospice settings.

• Perform health status data collection in a comprehensive, systematic manner.

• Collaborate closely with the Medical Director and Associate Medical Director on patient visits and care plans.

• Complete certification and recertification assessments for hospice patients.

• Submit documentation within 48 hours of patient visit and communicate findings to leadership.

• Conduct daily inpatient rounds and complete death certificates as required.

• Adhere to Hospice Conditions of Participation and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with Hospice and Palliative Care Directors and interdisciplinary team members to ensure operational excellence.

• Provide physician backup including prescription writing (e.g., comfort care kits).

• Deliver educational initiatives internally and externally, as needed.

• Offer palliative care consults, recommend treatment adjustments, and coordinate care with primary care physicians.

Requirements:

• Active Nurse Practitioner License (NP) from the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

• Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or related medical fields is highly desirable

What We Offer:

• Supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth