Nurse Practitioner - Hospice

Established practice serving the Fort Dodge community. Office hours M-F 8-5 but providing 24/7 hospice care when needed. Cohesive group of colleagues and supportive staff allowing for autonomy while building the practice according to your preferences. Experienced staff, both clinical and non-clinical, who know the patients and the community. Full-time position, including dedicated administrative time, with flexible scheduling to ensure sufficient patient access. Opportunity to work directly with the patient and positively impact the hospice needs of the Fort Dodge community. Fully integrated system with clinics and hospitals on EPIC EMR to improve care coordination.

Responsibilities

Shared call amongst the providers, Triaged through IntelliTriage. Practice is a mix of inpatient and outpatient, hospital, SNFs, home visits, assisted living facilities, etc. Ability to work as a team member to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Experience with palliative care, medicine management preferred but not required. Evaluates, interprets and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care. Patient-focused, friendly and willing to collaborate in a team environment. Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical and problem-solving skills.

Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. A commitment to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Community Details: Fort Dodge, known for its Midwest charm and family values, is a great place to live, work and raise a family. From the spectacular farmers market to the nationally known museums, the opportunities for fun before, during, and after work are endless.