Palliative Care, Advanced Practice Provider

OSF HealthCare•Bloomington, IL

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP), including Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs), is an integral member of the interdisciplinary palliative care team. The APP is responsible for providing comprehensive, compassionate care to patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses in inpatient settings. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, symptom management, and development of care plans within the APP’s scope of practice. The APP collaborates closely with physicians, residents, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care that emphasizes symptom relief and alignment of care with patient and family goals. The provider demonstrates service excellence, professionalism, and accountability, including awareness of the relationship between resource utilization, access to care, and overall quality outcomes.

Requirements

Licensed to provide either advanced practice nursing services in the State of Illinois as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act OR physician assistant services as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987.
Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable.
BLS/ACLS Certified.
Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
Provider shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served.
Experience in palliative care, hospice, oncology, gerontology, or a related specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized palliative care services, including symptom management, and advance care planning.
Perform assessments, formulate diagnoses, and implement treatment plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary palliative care team to support holistic care addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical documentation for all patients.
Assist in coordination of care across settings including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, home-based programs, and long-term care facilities (as applicable).
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote shared decision-making.
Provide education and support to patients and families regarding disease progression, treatment options, and palliative care principles.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives that advance palliative care practice and service efficiency.