About this position
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Inpatient Palliative Care
Location: Northwest Hospital, 5401 Old Court Rd, Randallstown, MD
Schedule: Full-Time | 4x10-Hour Shifts (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM) | Includes One Weekend per Month
About the Role:
Northwest Hospital is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our Inpatient Palliative Care team. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality care and support to patients and families facing serious illness.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct face-to-face patient encounters in inpatient and home hospice settings.
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Perform health status data collection in a comprehensive, systematic manner.
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Collaborate closely with the Medical Director and Associate Medical Director on patient visits and care plans.
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Complete certification and recertification assessments for hospice patients.
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Submit documentation within 48 hours of patient visit and communicate findings to leadership.
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Conduct daily inpatient rounds and complete death certificates as required.
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Adhere to Hospice Conditions of Participation and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
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Collaborate with Hospice and Palliative Care Directors and interdisciplinary team members to ensure operational excellence.
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Provide physician backup including prescription writing (e.g., comfort care kits).
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Deliver educational initiatives internally and externally, as needed.
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Offer palliative care consults, recommend treatment adjustments, and coordinate care with primary care physicians.
Requirements:
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Active Nurse Practitioner License (NP) from the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON)
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
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Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or related medical fields is highly desirable
What We Offer:
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Competitive pay
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Excellent benefits package
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Generous Community Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth