Wesley At Home
4328 114th Street
Urbandale, IA 50322, USA
WesleyLife at Home is celebrating 20 years of providing exceptional home health services throughout central Iowa. We provide integrated solutions to support the health and well-being of older adults wherever they call home. Our departments include Home Health, Hospice, In-Home Services, Meals on Wheels, and Public Health.
WesleyLife Hospice offers compassionate end-of-life care services across central Iowa. Our team collaborates with medical providers to create care plans prioritizing clients’ and families’ comfort, well-being, and dignity. WesleyLife Hospice operates 24/7, supporting and encouraging families so they can focus on meaningful moments.
WesleyLife Hospice is developing a palliative care program, and our Nurse Practitioner will be an important part of our planning team. The goal of the program is to improve quality of life by managing symptoms and providing emotional, spiritual, and practical support. Our Palliative Nurse Practitioner will help us:
- Develop protocols for assessing pain, symptom management, and emotional well-being, ensuring clients receive care tailored to their individual needs.
- Ensure team members receive specialized training in palliative care, communication, and end-of-life decision-making.
- Create pathways for seamless coordination between healthcare providers and ensure open communication with the client and family to align with their values and goals.
- Collaborate with local healthcare systems, religious organizations, and community groups to expand the reach of support services.
- Regularly assess the program's effectiveness through client outcomes, feedback, and team member evaluations to ensure the highest quality of care.
As our Palliative Nurse Practitioner, your regular duties will be:
- Travel anywhere WesleyLife Hospice serves clients to conduct thorough initial assessments of clients’ medical conditions.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Perform advanced clinical procedures within the scope of practice.
- Educate clients and families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
- Provide compassionate and dignified palliative care and guidance to clients in home hospice settings.
What You’ll Gain
In addition to competitive compensation, WesleyLife offers true flexibility. Our locations are filled with team members who have one another’s backs and leaders who genuinely care about each team member.
Compensation:
- Daily Pay: Use this free app to access your wages before payday.
- Mileage reimbursement at 58.5 cents per mile.
Health and Financial Benefits:
- Incredible Benefits Package: Including healthcare, vision, dental, and 401(k)
- Extremely Generous Time Off Plan
- Scholarship Reimbursement: Up to $3,000/year for educational pursuits
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year for furthering your education
- Wellness Incentives: Free wellness membership and incentives for staying healthy
- Educational Discounts: Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global
- Referral Bonus Program: Earn bonuses for referring qualified candidates.
- Voluntary Benefits: Life, accident, and critical illness coverage available.
WesleyLife has been named one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work. This award is based on variables such as speed and efficacy of issue resolution and high satisfaction rates.
With a legacy of over 77 years, WesleyLife has established an admired reputation for excellence. We are recognized across the Midwest for our efforts to revolutionize the experience of aging.
**Only qualified candidates will be contacted to move to the next step of the hiring process. WesleyLife will not sponsor applicants for work visas.**
WesleyLife believes in the value of diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
Education
Required: Masters or better in Nursing.
Preferred: Doctorate or better in Nursing.
Experience
Required: Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Iowa, specializing in Family Practice, Adult-Gerontology, or Hospice and Palliative Care.
Required: 2 years of full-time clinical work experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferably in home health, hospice, or palliative care settings.
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