Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Palliative Care

What You’ll Do:

• Provide comprehensive palliative care services to patients in homes, facilities, and hospital settings
• Conduct new patient visits, follow-ups, and ongoing patient management based on individual needs
• Perform and document face-to-face encounters in accordance with Medicare and Medicaid requirements
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Provide expert guidance on pain and symptom management, prognosis, and treatment options
• Educate and support patients and families on disease progression, care options, and goals of care
• Coordinate care across settings to ensure continuity between home, hospital, and long-term care facilities
• Facilitate family and care team meetings to align on patient goals and treatment plans
• Prescribe medications and manage medical equipment needs in collaboration with the Medical Director
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participate in on-call rotation as needed, including evenings and weekends
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff, providers, and community partners

What We’re Looking For:

• Clinical Expertise – Strong assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills in palliative or related care settings
• Compassionate Caregiver – Ability to support patients and families through complex and sensitive healthcare situations
• Collaborative Mindset – Works effectively within an interdisciplinary team and across care settings
• Strong Communication Skills – Able to clearly and empathetically communicate with patients, families, and providers
• Independent & Organized – Self-motivated with strong time management and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment
• Adaptable & Detail-Oriented – Able to manage changing priorities while maintaining accuracy and high-quality care

Qualifications:

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in acute care, home health, hospice, palliative care, or geriatrics required
• Prior palliative care and/or hospice experience preferred
• Board certification in hospice and palliative medicine preferred
• Valid driver’s license and insured automobile required
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and documentation skills
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard computer applications
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with protected health information (PHI)
• Commitment to the philosophy and principles of hospice and palliative care

Ready to bring your clinical expertise and compassion to a team that truly makes a difference? Apply today!