UnitedHealth Group·Tuscumbia, Alabama
Provide consultation in palliative care and symptom management to meet the needs of hospice patients. Conduct face-to-face visits, coordinate plans of care, and collaborate with the medical director and interdisciplinary team.
Explore opportunities with Alabama Hospice of the Shoals, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide.
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As the Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you will provide consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the Hospice patient as requested by the referring physician.
Makes face-to-face encounter visits within prescribed time limits to qualifying Hospice patients and reports clinical findings to the Hospice Medical Director Consults with the Hospice Medical Director as needed, informs primary physician of recommended services, and collaborates with other physicians as needed Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care. Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator and Hospice Medical Director
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Active unrestricted license in the state of residence Current certification as a clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice Current certification by a national body such as ANCC, NBCHPN, or AANP 5+ years of nursing experience Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire Experience working with an interdisciplinary team Clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice, geriatrics, or intensive care Palliative Care ARNP
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UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requires an active unrestricted license and national certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist. Candidates must have 5+ years of nursing experience and a valid driver's license with vehicle insurance.
Market context
In Alabama, advanced-practice roles often draw steady demand in primary care, urgent care, and specialty settings, especially for candidates who already hold the required NP credentials and hands-on clinical experience. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for a master’s-prepared Family Nurse Practitioner with an active license, at least 2 years of nursing experience, and IV experience. Review the full posting carefully and confirm the scope of practice, since job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
