Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem
Catholic Health·East Farmingdale, New York
Catholic Health·East Farmingdale, New York
Provide direct care, assessments, and physicals for patients with terminal illnesses in a hospice inpatient center. Assist the Medical Director and physician staff in managing patients and caregivers while serving as a clinical resource.
Practicing in our dedicated, 12 bed Hospice Inpatient Center at Port Jefferson on the campus of St. Charles Hospital, 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 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 $65.00 - Usd $78.00 /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.
Requires a Master's Degree in Nursing, a current NYS Nurse Practitioner license, and an unrestricted federal DEA registration. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in oncology, hospice, home health, or medical/surgical nursing.
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.
