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Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospice - PRN
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Pueblo, CO, 81008
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Provide medical care to hospice patients. Determine hospice eligibility and pain and symptom management including, but not limited to, history and physical exams; diagnosis and treatment of medical problems; education and counseling of individuals, families and groups. Participate in the care of the hospice patient as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Under the supervision of the hospice medical director and in collaboration with one or more physicians, perform face-to-face (F2F) patient visits to assist in determining hospice eligibility. May function as the attending physician only if selected by the patient or patient representative at the time of admission.
Qualifications
Education and experience, essential
- Must be a graduate of an approved school.
- Must be licensed as a nurse practitioner (NP) in the state in which they currently practices.
- Must have basic demonstrated technology skills, including operation of a mobile device.
Education and experience, preferred
- At least five years nursing experience with a minimum of one year in hospice preferred.
- At least three years of clinical registered NP experience preferred.
Requirements
- Must possess a valid state driver license
- Must maintain automobile liability insurance as required by law
- Must maintain dependable transportation in good working condition
- Must be able to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions
- Must possess CPR certification for the healthcare provider
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Hospice Nurse Practitioners focus on managing end-of-life symptoms and providing comfort, requiring specialized skills in palliative care. This role demands emotional resilience and a collaborative mindset to work with interdisciplinary teams, distinguishing it from more general NP positions.
Certifications like Hospice and Palliative Nurse Practitioner (HPNP) and CPR for healthcare providers are highly regarded. These credentials validate expertise in symptom management and emergency response, crucial for effective PRN hospice nursing in dynamic patient environments.
Pueblo exhibits a steady but growing need for hospice Nurse Practitioners due to its aging population. Although less saturated than metro areas, competition remains moderate, making it a promising location for NPs seeking meaningful hospice PRN roles.
PRN NPs often manage flexible schedules with patient visits spread across Pueblo and nearby communities. Reliable transportation is essential, as clinicians perform face-to-face assessments in diverse home environments, balancing autonomy with collaborative care.
Experience in hospice PRN positions offers pathways to leadership roles, including hospice medical director or educator. Continuous education and demonstrated expertise in palliative symptom management enhance opportunities for advancement and specialization.
Encompass Health equips clinicians with electronic medical records and mobile devices, streamlining documentation and patient monitoring. This tech support fosters efficient communication and timely symptom management, elevating the quality of hospice care delivery.
Alongside competitive PTO and medical coverage, Encompass Health provides continuing education opportunities and flexible scheduling. These perks enable PRN NPs to balance professional growth with personal wellbeing, crucial in demanding hospice environments.
Hospice Nurse Practitioners in Pueblo typically earn between $95,000 and $115,000 annually, slightly below the national median due to regional cost of living. However, benefits and bonuses offered by employers like Encompass Health often enhance total compensation.
While prior hospice experience is preferred, Encompass Health supports ongoing education, making this role accessible for NPs eager to expand into palliative care. Newcomers benefit from collaborative teams and mentorship to build specialized hospice competencies.
Encompass Health promotes inclusive care respecting diverse cultural backgrounds. NPs are trained to tailor symptom management and communication approaches to individual patients, ensuring hospice services meet the unique values of Pueblo's community.