Nurse Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Medicine

Job Description

We are seeking a Hospice/Palliative Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 128-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois, starting Nov 3, 2025, with day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday. This role involves providing palliative home healthcare, managing critical cases, and evaluating patients for potential hospice care in private homes, nursing homes, and long-term care facilities.

Job Details

• Location: Illinois
• Start Date: Nov 3, 2025
• LOA: 128 days
• Provider Type Needed: Hospice/Palliative Medicine Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10-hour shifts (8:00 am – 6:30 pm)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate patient status, including vital signs and medication management
• Conduct home visits, typically seeing patients twice monthly
• Assess and determine if patients require transition to hospice care
• Write prescriptions and manage medication refills
• Complete patient recertifications
• Collaborate with home nurses or facility staff as needed
• Document care using the Aprima EMR system

Additional Information

• 1 year of post-graduate experience required
• Experience in critical care, med-surg, emergency room, or urgent care preferred
• Palliative and hospice experience a plus
• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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