Inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Overview

• The Inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner will provide specialized care to patients with advanced illnesses in a hospital setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to manage complex symptoms and facilitate patient-centered care plans.
• Engage in meaningful goals-of-care discussions and advance-care-planning conversations with patients and families.
• Work across various hospital units, including ED, ICU, medical, surgical, and specialty departments.
• Benefit from structured mentorship, clinical backup, and an established palliative care program.
• Enjoy a flexible Monday–Friday schedule with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Access comprehensive benefits, including PTO, medical coverage, and CME reimbursement.

Inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct inpatient palliative care consultations and follow-up visits for patients with advanced illnesses.
• Manage complex symptoms and provide holistic, evidence-based care to high-acuity patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other team members to ensure comprehensive care coordination.
• Lead discussions on goals of care and facilitate advance-care-planning conversations.
• Document clinical activities in alignment with billing and quality standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and transitions of care based on patient preferences and needs.
• Contribute to the development and optimization of palliative medicine workflows and practices.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development opportunities provided by the program.

Inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Job Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing with active New Jersey Nurse Practitioner license.
• National board certification and DEA + CDS registration or eligibility.
• Minimum of 2 years of palliative care experience; 5 years preferred.
• Prior inpatient/hospital-based palliative care experience is strongly relevant.
• Palliative care certification (ACHPN/CHPN) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in managing complex symptoms and conducting goals-of-care discussions.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Comfortable collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and integrating into hospital workflows.