Palliative Care Per Diem APP Faulkner

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

4d•$59 - $84•Onsite

About The Position

The Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a core member of the BWFH Department of Medicine and key constituent of the palliative care division. The APP is primarily responsible for serving as a palliative care consultant for inpatient hospital services- mainly medicine, critical care, and emergency department. Per Diem candidates should have prior experience and training in palliative care. The palliative care APP will report to the BWFH Chief of Medicine and the BWFH Department of Medicine Director of APPs. The APP works closely with the palliative care physicians, inpatient physicians and advanced practice professionals, residents and nursing staff to develop and coordinate a plan of care designed to meet the physical, psychological and social needs of patients and their families. Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required. Knowledge of current literature and a commitment to continued learning are also required. The mission, vision and core values of the Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital are incorporated into all areas of practice. The BWFH palliative APP will also be an integral partner with the other BWFH advanced practice professionals. As a member of the BWFH Palliative Care Division, the PA/NP shall be responsible for the following duties:

Requirements

For PA's - Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
For NP's Completion of a master’s or post master’s degree in acute care, adult or family NP program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
Massachusetts Physician Assistant or NP required
Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner required
Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the palliative care attending physician to evaluate new and follow-up consults at BWFH
Participate in daily patient rounds to monitor patient care and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with the palliative care attending
Write initial consult and follow-up progress notes
Follow through on team recommendations for patient management in partnership with nursing staff
Conduct and participate in family meetings and multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
Order and interpret appropriate laboratory testing and other special examinations as requested
Serve as a resource to the BWFH care teams for patient care issues and for BWFH nursing in the development and teaching of palliative nursing practice
Prepare succinct and accurate sign-out to facilitate the smooth transition of patient care
Work collaboratively and function as an efficient member of the BWFH palliative care division
Assist in the coordination of care for patients with the primary care teams and other sub-specialists involved in the care of patients
Lead serious illness and end of life discussions
Lead conversations around goals of care decision making
Provide education to patients and families
Document in the medical record as appropriate and communicate observations/findings with attending physicians
Monitor environment of care and comply with regulatory agency standards
Ensure that his or her clinical practice is consistent with physician assistant and or APRN policies, procedures and standards