Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

Nurse Practitioner Palliative CareA well-respected healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner to join its multidisciplinary Palliative Care team. This role focuses on improving the quality of life for patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses through symptom management, psychosocial support, and collaborative medical decision-making.Role Overview: As part of a comprehensive team including physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains, you will provide expert care to patients facing complex symptoms, advanced care planning needs, and high psychosocial distress in an inpatient setting.Why Join Us?Supportive and inclusive work environmentFocus on work-life balance with no weekend or on-call responsibilitiesCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packagePaid time off starting day oneEmployer-matched retirement planAccess to federal student loan forgiveness programsOpportunities for professional growth and developmentEssential Duties:Perform physical exams and preventive health assessmentsOrder, interpret, and act on diagnostic testsDevelop, document, and implement individualized care plansPrescribe medications and recommend therapies in accordance with regulationsCollaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient careEnsure compliance with professional and ethical standardsQualifications:Graduate from an accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent programActive registered nurse (RN) license in the practicing stateActive Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license or eligibility for licensureCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationPrevious experience in palliative care or hospital medicine preferred