Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care
About The Position
Grow Healthy If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day. Job Overview The Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care will provide comprehensive palliative care services to clients, ensuring high-quality and professional care. The NP will conduct patient visits for new and established palliative care patients, coordinating their care plans within the designated team. These visits will occur in various settings, including patients' homes, facilities, and hospitals. The NP will also make independent decisions regarding patients' healthcare needs and deliver palliative care services as required. The Medical Director will be available for consultation, collaboration, and referrals as needed.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Baccalaureate school of nursing.
- Completed training in the diagnosis and management of common as well as some complex medical conditions.
- Current licensure in the State of California.
- Certification as an Adult/Family/Pediatric/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.
- Previous experience with computer-based systems is required.
- A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Nice To Haves
- Electronic Medical records is preferred.
- Previous experience in hospice/palliative care, high-risk populations, including home-based care, preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive palliative care services to clients, ensuring high-quality and professional care.
- Conduct patient visits for new and established palliative care patients, coordinating their care plans within the designated team.
- Make independent decisions regarding patients' healthcare needs and deliver palliative care services as required.
- Consult with the Medical Director for collaboration and referrals as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
