Nurse Practitioner (Palliative Care)

Acts Retirement-Life Communities•Vero Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Nurse Practitioner (Palliative Care) position. In this role, you will review the medical history and disease trajectory of the referred resident, make palliative care recommendations back to the referring physician or Nurse Practitioner, and counsel the resident and their family in decision making regarding the treatment options for chronic conditions, symptom management, serious illness, or end of life care.

Requirements

Master's degree in advanced nursing; preferably in geriatrics
Licensed Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority in the applicable work state
Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, Florida Autonomous Practice certification for Nurse Practitioners (candidates not currently approved must demonstrate the ability and willingness to meet Florida requirements for autonomous practice within the first year of employment)
Minimum of five years' experience working as a Nurse Practitioner in a primary care, urgent care, or other medical office setting, particularly within geriatrics
Experience in continuing care, skilled nursing care, long-term care, and/or in an assisted living environment
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
Compliance with Florida's Care Provider Background Screening process

Nice To Haves

Candidates not currently approved for Florida Autonomous Practice must demonstrate the ability and willingness to meet Florida requirements for autonomous practice within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

Review the medical history and disease trajectory of the referred resident.
Make palliative care recommendations back to the referring physician or Nurse Practitioner.
Counsel the resident and their family in decision making regarding the treatment options for chronic conditions, symptom management, serious illness, or end of life care.