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Nurse Practitioner
National Healthcare
Location : Springfield, TN, 37172
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : Competitive
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Nurse Practitioner
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Position:PRNNurse Practitioner
Pay:$100 Per Visit
The Nurse Practitioner serves as a member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team and has responsibility for the medical component of the Hospice Patient Care Program. Collaborates with Medical Director and Attending Physician to provide skillful certifications and recertification assessments, including physical examinations, medical history & physical, diagnosis and treatment prescribing medications as needed, under the supervision of the Medical Director.
At Caris, you will have a career, not just a job. Our mission driven culture is evident by our current employees and the impact made on patients and families. All Caris team members commit to The Better Way, a list of promises we make to each other and our customers. The Better Way commitment is reflected in the benefits we provide. Benefits include:
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Eligibility
- Eligible for benefits within 60 days
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); health savings account
- Earned Time Off
- 401 (K) plan with company match
- Paid Training
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Scheduling
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of the Medical Director, provides direction and guidance to the hospice program, liaison with MD, Attending Physician, other NP’s, staff and volunteers to assure the maintenance of quality care for patients and families.
- The Nurse Practitioner also serves as a liaison and contact between the hospice program, community physicians, Nurse Practitioners and others engaged in health care services in order to develop and expand the number of patients served by Hospice.
- The Nurse Practitioner provides direct medical care as needed to patients in their homes, nursing homes and in the hospital.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Master’s Degree Nursing Program with current ARNP license for assigned state.
- Nursing experience required, with experience in Hospice or Home Care preferred.
- Training, experience, interest, and knowledge regarding the psychosocial, and medical aspects of terminally ill patients is required; CHPN certification preferred
- Self directed; excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to act as a liaison with team and physicians.
- Up-to-date Notice and Formulary form.
- Current driver’s license for the state of residency.
If you see yourself a good fit and want to join our team apply today! Caris is an affiliate of NHC. Caris / NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Freqently Asked Questions
Springfield's healthcare environment emphasizes community-focused hospice care. Nurse Practitioners here often engage deeply with local families and interdisciplinary teams to tailor treatments, ensuring culturally sensitive and accessible home-based medical support that aligns with regional health needs.
In Tennessee, Nurse Practitioners must hold a valid ARNP license and maintain current state compliance. Hospice-focused certifications like CHPN are highly regarded, enhancing expertise in end-of-life care, which is especially valued in the region’s extensive home health services.
Within National Healthcare, Nurse Practitioners lead medical assessments and prescribe treatments under physician supervision, serving as key liaisons between patients, physicians, and staff. This contrasts with general nursing roles by combining advanced clinical judgment with interdisciplinary coordination.
National Healthcare fosters career growth through paid training, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways. Nurse Practitioners can advance to managerial or director roles, leveraging clinical experience and organizational skills to influence hospice care policies and team management locally.
At National Healthcare, Nurse Practitioners earn $100 per visit, a competitive rate for hospice care in Springfield, TN. This pay aligns well with local industry standards, reflecting the role’s specialized responsibilities and the region's cost of living.
National Healthcare provides flexible scheduling and mileage reimbursement to ease travel demands. This support allows Nurse Practitioners to efficiently manage patient visits across homes and facilities while fulfilling essential documentation and communication tasks.
The role involves active collaboration with local physicians, nurse practitioners, and health services to expand hospice care access. This network-building strengthens patient referrals and ensures continuity of care within Springfield’s healthcare ecosystem.
Daily activities include conducting thorough physical exams, certifying patient eligibility for hospice, managing symptom treatment plans, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to address both medical and psychosocial needs of terminally ill patients.
Key skills include advanced clinical assessment, proficiency in palliative care protocols, strong communication for patient-family interaction, and the ability to navigate interdisciplinary collaboration, all tailored to the nuanced demands of hospice environments.
The organization supports ongoing education through tuition reimbursement, paid training, and emphasizes compliance with up-to-date formularies and licensing requirements, fostering a culture of continual professional development among hospice Nurse Practitioners.
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