Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Hospice
Escondido, CA
Prime Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$120-121/hourOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Description
Mileage is paid separately
This would be in southwest Riverside county, so someone that lives in Temecula, Murietta, Lake Elsinore or Fallbrook would be preferred.
Mon-Fri, and once a month on a Sunday and take a weekday off 8-5pm
My Unity is the EMR NP, Face to face hospice visits, working with the team and being a resource for home aids. 45-50 visits a month.
Mileage is 70 cents a mile
-Position: Nurse Practitioner providing home-based hospice and palliative care for patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses; conducts assessments, develops care plans, and manages symptoms.
-Patient Care: Performs home visits, goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning (POLST/advance directives), patient and family education, and coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team and community physicians.
-Schedule & Call: Rotating weekends required, occasional on-call coverage, and participation in 24/7 patient coverage when needed.
-Documentation: Documents all patient encounters in the EMR, participates in IDT meetings, quality initiatives, and collaborates closely with the Hospice & Palliative Care Medical Director.
-Requirements: California NP & RN licenses, DEA, NPI, MSN, AANP/ANCC certification, BLS, and 3+ years of hospice or palliative care experience. ACHPN certification required within one year (preferred at hire).
-Travel: Home-based position requiring local travel for patient visits; valid California driver's license and insurance required. Spanish bilingual is a plus.
-Ideal Candidate: Experienced hospice/palliative NP who is compassionate, independent, team-oriented, comfortable with end-of-life discussions, and passionate about delivering patient-centered care in the home.
Employer
Prime Staffing
6 nurses recommend working with Prime Staffing
Pros
Responsive, friendly. Advocates for me.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Prime Staffing
2 nurses found this helpful
At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.
We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.
About Escondido, CA
As a in Escondido, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
- Wages are generally competitive with the cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 85°F, while winter lows average around 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Options can be found through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Car friendliness is high, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, but there are bus services within the city.
- Escondido has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- The city has a growing population of travel nurses.
- The city offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, and there are local art galleries and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and hiking, and outdoor activities are abundant with several parks and recreational areas nearby.