Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Carpenter Health Network

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner is needed to work with a mobile Palliative Care team that is focused on improving the overall wellness of people with serious illnesses. At Homedica , we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBaton Rouge, LA

    Description

    Homedica in Baton Rouge, LA is searching for a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join its team!

    Why Join Us?

    At Homedica, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

    As part of our team, you’ll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

    • Building long-term wealth for your future
    • Enjoying a retirement benefit you don’t pay for
    • Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

    The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner is needed to work with a mobile Palliative Care team that is focused on improving the overall wellness of people with serious illnesses.

    Essential daily duties include:

    • alleviating symptoms, including side effects of treatment
    • improving understanding of illness and its progression
    • identifying and addressing practical and spiritual needs
    • helping to cope with feelings and changes related to illness
    • assisting in understanding treatment options, making treatment decisions, and coordinating care
    • identifying and accessing additional resources to provide support

    Qualifications:

    • Current Louisiana Nurse Practitioner (NP) license required
    • Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care required
    • Hospice and/or Home Health experience a plus
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Problem-solving skills and ability to deal with a variety of situations

    Full-Time Benefits:

    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – company-paid ownership benefit
    • Competitive pay with increased earning potential
    • Health, dental, vision & life insurance
    • Short-term & long-term disability coverage
    • 401(k) retirement plan
    • Generous paid time off (PTO)
    • Cell phone allowance
    • Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)
    • Career advancement opportunities

    Get the “flexibility” of a Home Health Nurse with the “pay” you deserve as a Nurse Practitioner!

    Make a difference in the lives of others — and your own — with Homedica. Apply today!

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