Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner, Per-Diem

Organization

Heart of Hope Asian American Hospice Care is a non -profit Hospice licensed by California state in 2016 and accredited by CHAP with Zero deficiency in 2017 and 2023. We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing team in San Jose, California. It offers a unique opportunity to work with a professional team that is passionate about providing end-of-life care to the under-served community in the Silicon Valley.

High-level Job Description

The Nurse Practitioner provides hospice care through the evaluation and assessment of the health history, health promotion, diagnosing medical conditions, management of health problems by directing and developing the plan of care, prescribing medications or treatments, coordinating and collaborating with patients, families and other healthcare practitioners. Under the supervision of a physician, the Nurse Practitioner visits patients, completes physical assessments, performs face to face assessments and evaluates hospice eligibility as assigned in consultation with the hospice interdisciplinary team.

Pay Rate and Benefits

Highly compatible pay rate based on relevant work experience and qualification. We offer employee benefits including Paid Sick Leave and 401K retirement plan with optional company matching.

Visit Rate: $200/visit

Hourly Rate: $80-$120/ hour

Qualifications/Requirements

1. Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.

2. Master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience and a minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience.

3. Has a current DEA license.

4. Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.

5. Current nursing licensure in State of California and BLS certification.

6. Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by State.

7. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) preferred.

8. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skill, problem solving skills, mathematical skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.

9. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/ or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.

10. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

11. Able to cope with emotional stress tolerant of different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values.

12. Knowledge of and commitment to hospice philosophy of care.

13. Experience in hospice and home care are advantages.

14. Bilingual Chinese/English Speaking welcomed but not required.

15. Compliant with Covid-19 healthcare personnel requirement in all City, County, State and Federal level.

To Apply

Send resume to our Human Resource hr@heartofhopehospice.org

Our Office: 1879 Lundy Ave, Suite 223, San Jose, CA 95131

Tel: 408-986-8584

Website: www.heartofhopehospice.org

Heart of Hope Asian American Hospice Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Heart of Hope Asian American Hospice Care will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Heart of Hope is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage at https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/