Nurse Practitioner (PRN)

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospice Care Hospice of South Texas (HOST)

Location:

Victoria, TX & surrounding service areas

Employment Type:

PRN (with on-call rotation) Join a Mission That Matters At Hospice of South Texas, we are committed to providing Love. Comfort. Support. to patients and families during life's most meaningful moments. As a 5-star hospice organization, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of compassionate, patient-centered care-and we're looking for a Nurse Practitioner who shares that commitment. Position Overview The Nurse Practitioner (NP) plays a critical clinical leadership role in delivering high-quality hospice and palliative care. This position collaborates closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to ensure patients and families receive comprehensive, compassionate end-of-life care. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the IDT to evaluate and manage patient care needs and treatment plans Provide clinical guidance to ensure quality hospice and palliative care delivery Perform and document patient visits based on plan of care Conduct required face-to-face encounters for hospice eligibility and recertification Educate patients and families on disease progression, symptom management, and end-of-life care Communicate effectively with attending physicians and hospice medical director Monitor patient condition and report changes to appropriate team members Provide clinical education and support to staff as needed Participate in night and weekend on-call rotation (Homecare & IPC) Maintain compliance with all regulatory, safety, and confidentiality standards

Qualifications Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Diploma, ADN, or BSN)

Licensure:

Current Texas RN license Current Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license Valid driver's license

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner Hospice or home health experience strongly preferred

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Knowledge of pharmacology, palliative care, and end-of-life practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements:

Reliable transportation and current auto liability insurance Ability to meet physical demands (lifting up to 50 lbs., prolonged standing/walking) Work Environment Patient care provided in home and inpatient settings Exposure to various environmental conditions and weather Possible exposure to infectious diseases and bodily fluids Flexible schedule required to meet patient needs Apply Today If you are a compassionate, clinically skilled Nurse Practitioner looking to make a difference in hospice care, we encourage you to apply and become part of the HOST family.