Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Overview

• The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide inpatient palliative care services in a hospital setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver compassionate care to patients with advanced illnesses.
• Engage in meaningful goals-of-care discussions and advance-care planning with patients and families.
• Benefit from structured mentorship, clinical backup, and established workflows for optimal patient care.
• Work primarily Monday through Friday with flexibility in scheduling.
• Access comprehensive benefits, including PTO, CME reimbursement, and tuition support.
• Contribute to a well-established palliative care program with interdisciplinary team support.
• Enjoy competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses and professional growth opportunities.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct inpatient palliative care consultations and follow-up visits across various hospital units.
• Perform holistic, evidence-based assessments to manage complex symptoms for patients with serious illnesses.
• Lead discussions on goals-of-care and advance-care planning with patients and families.
• Coordinate with post-acute resources, including SNFs and hospice providers, as needed.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, APPs, social workers, and care coordination teams.
• Ensure timely documentation aligned with clinical, billing, and quality standards.
• Play an active role in discharge and transition planning based on patient needs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the palliative medicine practice.

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Job Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing or equivalent degree required.
• Active New Jersey Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license mandatory.
• National board certification and DEA/CDS registration required.
• Minimum of 2 years of palliative care experience; 5 years preferred.
• Experience in inpatient or hospital-based palliative care strongly preferred.
• Palliative care certification (ACHPN/CHPN) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in managing complex symptoms and working with high-acuity patients.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a compassionate approach to patient care.