Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care
Where
Astera Cancer Care
Edison, NJ, United States
Description
Nurse Practitioner Opportunity
Astera Cancer Care
Edison, NJ
Job Details:
Occupation: Nurse Practitioner
Specialty: Palliative Care
Clinic Location: Edison, NJ
Employment: Full-Time | 4-day work week
Opportunity: Private Practice, Outpatient
Board Certifications: NP-C
Ideal Candidate:
Graduate of an accredited Palliative Care, Acute, Geriatric, Adult, or Family Nurse Practitioner Master’s program
Board Certified APN (as a Palliative Care, Acute, Geriatric, Adult, or Family Nurse Practitioner preferred)
3+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in clinical nursing care of Palliative Care, Oncology, Adult/Family Practice, or Geriatrics preferred
Advance certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing Care (ACHPN) preferred; required to obtain within 18-months of hire and maintain throughout employment
Experience with Palliative Care and/or Hospice strongly preferred
Travel required
About the Role:
Perform office-based and telemedicine palliative care visits utilizing strong, comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the patient and their families.
Collaborate with the patient's Medical Oncologist, Radiation Oncologist, Surgeon, Advance Practice Providers, and other healthcare team members to develop realistic care expectations based on goals of care.
Facilitate patient and family decision-making regarding treatment decisions and perform advance care planning visits.
Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
Monitor patient's response to treatment modalities and revise plan as needed.
Assist in all facets of care coordination for palliative care referrals.
Communicate effectively with patients and families for understanding of diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
Document and bill accurately for palliative care services provided.
Serve as a resource and educator to healthcare team members regarding palliative care, serious illness, and end-of-life care management.
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Attn: Shanna Carpien
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: (215) 630-2698