Community-Based Palliative Nurse Practitioner Job at KeystoneCare, Philadelphia, PA

d01ST2lNVGhsOE1wS0lQbnJMVVh4ZXdYN0E9PQ==
  • KeystoneCare
  • Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

The Palliative Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides consultation in palliative medicine to meet the needs of a patient as requested by their referring physician. The nurse practitioner is a specialist in assessing the patient's condition and developing a plan of care to improve patient understanding of their complex illness, adherence to course of treatment, and quality of life in context of patient’s values. The nurse practitioner also develops a plan of care to manage complex disease-related symptoms including emotion, physical, and existential components. Importantly, the nurse practitioner communicates with all members of the patient’s interdisciplinary care team to insure proper coordination of the best care possible.

See what it's like to work for KeystoneCare:

KeystoneCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Primary Job Responsibilities:

  • Community-based position: providing palliative medicine to patients wherever they call home
  • Perform palliative medicine consults utilizing strong assessment and evaluation of the patient in context of their social support system
  • Collaborate with the patient's physician, other health care team members, the patient and their family in developing realistic care expectations based on goals of care
  • Facilitate patient and family decision-making regarding treatment decisions
  • Recommend pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions
  • Monitor patient's response to treatment modalities and revise plan as needed
  • Communicate effectively with patients and families for understanding of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationship with providers, staff, community leaders and organizations to promote positive image; heighten awareness and promote collaboration
  • Conduct consults and follow up and complete clear and accurate documentation as required in a timely manner
  • Conduct hospice face-to-face encounters as needed and complete documentation in a timely manner

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and nurse practitioner program
  • Current license in good standing to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Minimum of two years RN or NP experience
  • ACHPN certification required or be able to obtain certification within 6 months of hire
  • Maintains clinical and professional competence
  • Possess a controlled substance license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Possess the ability to communicate effectively with all members of the care team
  • Possess good organizational skills
  • Current driver's license
  • Reliable transportation and automobile insurance required
  • Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption.
  • Proof of Influenza (Flu) Vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Retirement Plan (403B)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Access to Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Travel reimbursement between work sites

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Sitecore

Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager Job at Sitecore

 ...Finally, he or she will help with research and writing critical accounting policies and play an instrumental role in working with the...  ...accounting literature~Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and adhere to tight deadlines, all while... 

Blize Healthcare

On-Call After Hours and Weekend Nurse Job at Blize Healthcare

 ...Blize Healthcare is looking for an RN or LVN to work night shifts from Monday-Friday from 5pm-8am, Saturday, or Sunday. Job Description...  ...application of the nursing process during after-hours and on weekends. The nurse demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments... 

Flux Resources

Architectural Historian Job at Flux Resources

 ...archaeological properties, and drafting Section 106 consultation letters to SHPO and/or THPOs. Should have previous experience researching state/tribal site files, reviewing previous archaeological reports, and conduct general background research. Must have the... 

Synergy Sales Co

Virtual Office Assistant - Part Time: Ohio Job at Synergy Sales Co

 ...settings. We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Virtual Office Assistant to join our MetroNet Sales team in Ohio. As an Assistant...  ...and respectfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone and in writing. Perform with attention to... 

Med Career Solutions

MRI Technologist Job at Med Career Solutions

 ...Position Title: MRI Technologist San Antonio, TX Shift: Full-time Days (8am-5:30pm) with Rotating Weekends Job Summary: Seeking an MRI Technician who will perform diagnostic procedures utilizing MRI and imaging equipment. Will perform all MRI procedures...