Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner - Northside Hospital Gwinnett
About The Position
Northside Hospital is an award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing healthcare system. The Palliative Medicine program aims to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients with complex or life-limiting illnesses, improving their quality of life and reducing suffering in collaboration with the healthcare team. This role involves providing palliative medicine consultations, comprehensive medical and psychosocial evaluations, meticulous symptom management, and participating in discharge planning and continuity of care. Educational efforts in palliative medicine are also a key component of this position, promoting excellence in care and customer service.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Nursing from an Accredited College or University.
- Certified as a Nurse Practitioner in area of clinical focus.
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in nursing.
- Experience in oncology, hospice, geriatrics or palliative medicine.
- Certification in palliative care, Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) or Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACPHN), within (24) twenty four months of hire or transfer.
- BLS Certification every two (2) years.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS Certification every two (2) years.
Responsibilities
- Provide palliative medicine consultation for seriously ill patients and their families.
- Conduct comprehensive medical and psychosocial evaluations of patients and families.
- Perform skilled and meticulous symptom management.
- Participate in discharge planning and continuity of care efforts.
- Engage in educational efforts in palliative medicine.
- Promote excellence in care and customer service.
- Serve as a role model for nursing knowledge and clinical practice.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
