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What You’ll Do: • Perform face-to-face visits in accordance with Medicare requirements to support hospice eligibility and recertification • Conduct patient assessments, intake visits, and follow-up care in the home setting • Collaborate with the Hospice Medical Director, physicians, and interdisciplinary team to develop and manage patient care plans • Provide symptom management, prescribe medications within scope, and support overall patient comfort • Communicate clinical findings and changes in patient condition to the care team to ensure continuity of care • Educate patients and families on disease progression, care options, and hospice philosophy • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions • Coordinate care across settings, including home, hospital, and long-term care facilities • Facilitate family meetings and provide guidance on goals of care and treatment decisions • Ensure timely, accurate documentation and billing in the electronic medical record • Support staff education and provide training on hospice and palliative care best practices • Coordinate resources including equipment, medications, and supportive services such as social work and chaplaincy What We’re Looking For: • Clinical Expertise – Strong assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills in hospice or palliative care • Experience – At least 2 years as a Nurse Practitioner in acute care, home health, geriatrics, family practice, or palliative care • Compassion & Emotional Intelligence – Ability to support terminally ill patients and families with empathy and professionalism • Collaboration & Communication – Works effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and community providers • Independent & Organized – Able to manage time, prioritize patient needs, and work autonomously in the field • Technology Skills – Proficient with EMR systems and standard software applications • Commitment to Hospice Philosophy – Demonstrates understanding of end-of-life care, disease progression, and patient-centered decision making Qualifications: • Current, unrestricted Virginia Nurse Practitioner license • Minimum of 2 years of Nurse Practitioner experience in a relevant clinical setting • Hospice and palliative care certification preferred • Strong knowledge of disease progression and end-of-life care • Proficiency with electronic medical records and documentation systems • Valid Virginia driver’s license and reliable transportation • Ability to travel to patient homes and care settings as needed Ready to bring your expertise and compassion to a team that truly makes a difference? Apply today! Be a Vital Part of Our Mission-Driven Team! At Good Samaritan, care goes beyond treatment, it’s about compassion, dignity, and support during life’s most meaningful moments. As a non-profit, community-based healthcare organization, we are dedicated to providing holistic hospice care that supports patients and families through every stage of their journey. We’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner – Home Hospice who is not only clinically skilled, but also compassionate, collaborative, and committed to delivering patient-centered care in the home setting. If you are passionate about hospice and palliative care and want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families, we’d love to meet you! Why Join Good Samaritan? • Mission-Driven Work – Provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients facing life-limiting illness. • Collaborative & Supportive Team – Work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team dedicated to holistic care. • Growth & Learning Opportunities – Expand your expertise in hospice and palliative medicine while working closely with leadership and providers. • A Role That Matters – Your work directly supports comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their families.