Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Advanced Illness Care.
Illumia Health is seeking a dedicated PRN Nurse Practitioner to join our Advanced Illness Management (AIM) team in our Jacksonville palliative care branch.
The position would have a coverage area in Fernandina Beach. In this role, you will provide expert diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and follow-up for patients with complex needs, working collaboratively with the Professional Services Corporation (PSC) Physician, Primary Care Physicians, and interdisciplinary palliative care teams.
NP Licensure - Florida-
DEA Licensure - with experience writing orders and prescriptions
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PRN Schedule - At least 1-2 days/week
Key Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with PSC Physician, Primary Care Physician, and palliative care team members to deliver comprehensive advanced illness management and palliative care.
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Take full responsibility for patient care from initial assessment through discharge, addressing disease-specific changes, functional decline, symptom management, nutrition, cognition, and caregiver support.
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Develop individualized care plans in partnership with patients, families, and care teams.
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Facilitate access to treatments, services, and durable medical equipment as needed per care plan.
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Participate in evening and weekend call rotations providing clinically competent on-call services.
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Prescribe medications including controlled substances within licensure and state law.
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Order and interpret lab tests, imaging, and other diagnostics relevant to patient care.
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Maintain bi-weekly communication with the PSC Physician and update care plans based on ongoing assessment.
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Collaborate with social workers, RN care managers, and other supportive care providers to optimize patient outcomes.
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Ensure all clinical documentation meets standards to support medical practice and billing compliance.
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Monitor and report on palliative medicine quality measures and documentation requirements.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
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Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
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Independent decision-making ability and self-motivation.
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In-depth knowledge of palliative medicine principles, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, value-based care, and interdisciplinary processes.
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Meets continuing education requirements set by Gentiva and licensing boards.
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Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) software.
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Willingness to travel 10-20% for training and education.
Education and Experience:
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
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Minimum two years of Nurse Practitioner clinical experience.
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Specialty in Family or Adult Medicine preferred.
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Experience with value-based care models and Part B billing preferred.
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Ability to work autonomously in an advanced practice role.
Licenses, Certifications, and Agreements:
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Current RN license or equivalent as required by state law.
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Active and Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner certification/license without board actions
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Collaborative agreement with supervising physician from the Professional Services Corporation.
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Part B Provider certification.
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Federal DEA license; state DEA license if applicable.
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ACHPN certification preferred.
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Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
Technical Requirements:
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Fluent competence in computer and smartphone navigation.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Reliable transportation required.
