Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care
Company: Empatia
Location: Williams Bay
Posted on: November 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview: Deliver Compassion. Elevate Care. Empower Lives. We
are seeking a compassionate and skilled Palliative Care Nurse
Practitioner to join our interdisciplinary team. In this role, you
will provide advanced palliative care to patients in their homes,
helping them achieve the highest quality of life possible while
managing complex medical needs. You will work autonomously in
collaboration with the Palliative Medical Director, delivering
exceptional care and guiding patients and families through every
stage of treatment. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the
Palliative Medical Director and care team to deliver comprehensive,
patient-centered palliative care. Perform in-depth patient
assessments, including physical, emotional, and psychosocial
evaluations. Develop and implement individualized care plans in
partnership with patients and families. Manage and adjust treatment
plans based on patient needs and progress. Prescribe medications
(including controlled substances) and order diagnostic tests as
permitted by state law. Maintain timely, accurate clinical
documentation in compliance with professional standards.
Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and other
healthcare professionals. Participate in evening/weekend call
rotation as needed. Facilitate referrals for additional care
services when appropriate. About You: Specialized Knowledge/Skills:
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written, and verbal
communication skills. Strong independent decision-making abilities
and self-motivation. Understanding of palliative medicine
principles, home health, hospice care eligibility, and
Medicare/Medicaid regulations. Familiarity with the
interdisciplinary care process. Meets mandatory continuing
education requirements for Gentiva and licensing boards. Proficient
in point-of-care software and technology. Education/Experience:
Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
(or equivalent per state law). Minimum two years’ Nurse
Practitioner experience. Specialty in Family or Adult Medicine
preferred. Experience with Part B billing. Ability to work
autonomously in an advanced practice role.
Licenses/Certifications/Agreements: Current RN license and Nurse
Practitioner certification/license as required by state law.
Collaborative agreement with supervising physician (or willingness
to establish). Part B Provider certification. Federal DEA license
and state DEA license (if required). ACHPN certification in Hospice
and Palliative Care preferred. Valid driver’s license and current
automobile insurance. We Offer: Benefits for All Associates
(Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with
Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local
Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Compensation may vary
within the salary range provided based on several factors including
but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education,
skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva
provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards
package, of which base pay is just one piece. Salary Range –
$101,465 to $126,830 (from attached spreadsheet) Full Time Employee
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Wellness Program and Resources
401k match PTO FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required
leaves Short/Long Term Disability HSA Contribution Mileage or Fleet
Car Program Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles) Short
Term Incentive (for eligible roles) Tuition Reimbursement Apply now
to be part of a team that values expertise, compassion, and
excellence in care. Legalese: This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We
are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace
nurse practitioner AIM, advanced illness management NP, palliative
care nurse practitioner, hospice and palliative NP, value-based
care NP, nurse practitioner home visits, Part B billing nurse
practitioner, interdisciplinary palliative care team, ACPHN
certified nurse practitioner, professional services corporation NP
Location: Empatia Our Company: At Empatia, part of Gentiva, it is
our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of
wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in
hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced
illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of
dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of
those who need us – from helping people recover from illness,
injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding
patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and
spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Our
nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that
include: Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care,
Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency
SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New
Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast
Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced
illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in
Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we
are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment
where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is
celebrated.
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