Catholic Health·Rockville Centre, New York
The Hospice Nurse Practitioner will provide direct care to patients with terminal illness within a 12-bed Hospice Inpatient Center, performing necessary assessments and collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team. This role also involves assisting the Medical Director and physician staff with oversight and management of patients and serving as a clinical resource.
Practicing in our dedicated, 12 bed Hospice Inpatient Center at Mercy Medical Center opening in the fall 2018, the Hospice Nurse Practitioner will provide direct care to patients with terminal illness, perform assessments, history and physicals, and work closely with all members of our interdisciplinary team. This role will assist the Medical Director and hospice physician staff with the oversight and management of hospice patients and their caregivers and serve as a resource for clinical staff.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of hospice concepts, philosophy, policies and procedures and will be computer literate with EMR (preferably EPIC), Microsoft Office and Hospice software experience. Minimum Requirements: Current NYS license and registration as a Nurse Practitioner Unrestricted federal DEA registration and DEA registration number Graduate of a Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program Minimum 2 years of experience in oncology, hospice, home health care or medical/surgical nursing. Prior experience caring for terminally ill patients and providing care in home and institutional settings
Usd $75.00 - Usd $85.00 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job, and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
Candidates must possess a current NYS license and registration as a Nurse Practitioner, along with an unrestricted federal DEA registration and a Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program. A minimum of two years of experience in oncology, hospice, home health care, or medical/surgical nursing is required, with prior experience caring for terminally ill patients preferred.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in New York often reflect steady demand in settings that need licensed NPs who can work across clinical workflows and documentation. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s-prepared nurse practitioner with current BCLS and ATLS certification, plus strong computerized medical recordkeeping skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit before applying, since they are pulled from the original job description to save research time.