This role involves providing palliative care support for patients with serious illness, with a focus on symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and ongoing clinical assessment. The work centers on improving comfort and quality of life while coordinating with patients, families, and the broader care team.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct palliative care visits and assessments for patients with serious or advanced illness.
- Provide symptom management support and help address pain and other distressing symptoms.
- Coordinate goals-of-care conversations and advance care planning with patients and families.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to support continuity of care.
- Document clinical findings, care plans, and patient progress in the medical record.
Required
- Current Nurse Practitioner licensure.
- Advanced practice nursing education and clinical training.
- Experience or clinical background in palliative care, hospice, or related serious-illness care.