Inpatient Serious Illness Nurse Practitioner

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care•New Lenox, IL

6d•$110,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Palliative Care/Serious Illness Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides specialized inpatient consultation for patients with chronic, life-limiting illnesses. Collaborating across hospital and community teams, the NP manages complex symptoms and guides goals-of-care and advance care planning discussions. The role ensures treatment plans match patient values, enhances quality of life, and coordinates safe transitions of care to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations. This position works 4 (10 hour) shifts from 9 AM - 7 PM with rotating Saturdays.

Requirements

Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner licensure in the State of Illinois
Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP, AGNP, AGACNP, APN or related specialty)
Master's degree with a minimum of one (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience and a minimum of one (1) year hospice or palliative care experience.
DEA license and controlled substance certification required

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive palliative care consultations for hospitalized patients with serious or life-limiting illnesses.
Assess physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs impacting patient care and quality of life.
Facilitate goals-of-care discussions with patients, families, and healthcare decision-makers.
Work closely with hospital staff, case management, social work, and discharge planning teams to promote continuity of care
Facilitate and document goals-of-care conversations, advance directives and transitions in care when appropriate.
Identify barriers to discharge and collaborate with appropriate disciplines to facilitate safe care transitions
Complete accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the EMR
Document goals-of-care discussions and advance care planning conversations appropriately
Maintain compliance with regulatory, organizational, and payer requirements