Nurse Practitioner - PRN - Palliative Care
Primary Responsibilities
Demonstrates effective and ethical use of approved evidence-based palliative medicine practices in the delivery of all patient care based on physical, emotional, spiritual, psycho/social, ethical, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Demonstrates knowledgeable clinical expertise by incorporating palliative care body of knowledge to formulate an effective plan of care.
Gathers pertinent information systematically from all sources, including medical records, family history, and caregivers, and thorough specialty physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual clinical patient assessment.
Completes a comprehensive assessment utilizing the palliative care domains of assessment, interprets findings, conducts medication reconciliation, and formulates problem-related diagnoses, initiates plan of care utilizing therapeutic interventions, and evaluates the results of these actions for adequate outcome responses.
ACHPN certification encouraged after 2 years of employment or when experience requirements are met.
Required Qualifications
- RN/APRN licensure in state of practice
- Nurse Practitioner/CNS with prescriptive authority
- BCLS licensure
- 5+ years of clinical nursing experience
- Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced practice palliative care certification (ACHPN)
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- 1+ years as APRN in Hospice, Palliative Care, or Oncology
Compensation
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.
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