Palliative Care NP

Your future role at a glance Location: Indianapolis, IN Facility Name: Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Palliative Care Schedule:Full-Time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more How you’ll make an impact in this role This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network. Join an established team of physicians and APPs within a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary palliative care team supervised by Dr. Colleen BrownCall structure: Evenings and weekend home call only (approximately 1 night/week and 1 weekend/month; low call volume averaging 0-3 pages/weeknight and 0-5 total pages/weekend)Practice setting: Inpatient (managing 5-8 patients per day based on experience and acuity)Access to Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) EMR system, supportive multidisciplinary care teams, and specialized clinical resources across Level 1 Trauma, Cardiovascular, Stroke, and Oncology programsEmployed position within a nonprofit health systemBoard Certified or Board Eligible as a Nurse Practitioner (NP)Eligible for Indiana state medical licensure and DEA registrationPerform high-level inpatient palliative care consults and clinical rounds, providing comprehensive pain, symptom management, and psychosocial support while managing complex goals of care for patients with new or existing serious illnesses.Drive multidisciplinary care coordination and discharge planning in partnership with community-based specialists, primary care providers, and hospice care teams to ensure a seamless continuum of care following evidence-based best practices. About The Facility 800+ bed tertiary medical center and health system hubLevel 1 Trauma CenterServing a population of approximately 2 million in the greater Indianapolis metropolitan areaIntegrated referral network collaborating with leading regional cardiovascular, stroke, and oncology programsPart of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system Why Advance Practice Providers Choose Ascension Physician-led, collaborative cultureLong-term practice stabilityNational network with local autonomyMission-centered care rooted in service What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Nurse Practitioner specializing in Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Master's degree of Nursing required. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 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