We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Nurse Practitioner to perform Face‑to‑Face (F2F) encounters essential for hospice eligibility certification and recertification. In this role, you will gather comprehensive clinical information, perform detailed assessments, and collaborate closely with hospice physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Perform and complete physical assessments for hospice F2F encounters within CMS‑established regulatory timeframes.
Document clinical findings accurately and attest F2F encounters in patient medical records.
Utilize Local Coverage Determination (LCD) criteria per hospice policy and regulatory requirements.
Communicate clinical findings, review treatment plans, lab results, diagnostics, and medications with certifying physicians.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary group (IDG) members, patients, caregivers, and families.
Provide clinical recommendations to the IDG based on F2F assessment findings.
Conduct assessments in the patient’s place of residence, including home, skilled nursing, or other settings.
Notify the hospice agency promptly if unable to complete F2F visits as scheduled.
May provide F2F coverage for multiple provider numbers with approval.
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring
Master’s or higher degree in Nursing
Completion of an accredited graduate‑level nurse practitioner education program
Current registered nurse license in state of practice
Current advanced practice nurse license or certification
National Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC or AANP)
Collaborative agreement in place as required
Current CPR certification
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
Strong understanding of hospice care principles and terminally ill patient support systems
Excellent patient assessment and clinical evaluation skills
Familiarity with LCD criteria and hospice documentation requirements
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and other regulatory guidelines
Strong oral and written communication skills
Compassionate and sensitive to end‑of‑life issues impacting patients and families
Ability to provide emotional support during times of crisis
Flexible and adaptable with ability to manage diverse tasks efficiently
Effective communicator across diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
Cooperative and tactful team member adhering to OSHA, state, and federal hospice regulations
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience in acute care, hospital, oncology, home health, skilled nursing, or hospice settings
We Offer
Compensation may vary within the salary range based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity.
Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Full Time Employee Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Wellness Program and Resources
401k match
PTO
FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves
Short/Long Term Disability
HSA Contribution
Mileage or Fleet Car Program
Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)
Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)
Tuition Reimbursement
Legalese
This is a safety‑sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug‑free workplace
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