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Inpatient Palliative Care Advanced Practice Nurse

Immediate opening for Inpatient Palliative Care Advanced Practice Nurse to provide consult services for patients with advanced medical illnesses to address pain & symptom management, goals of care, and advanced care planning in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Monday-Friday, 8AM-6PM

Provide initial consult and daily follow-ups for the duration of patient’s hospital stay as indicated.

Work directly with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team in a hospital inpatient setting.

Complete patient history and physical exam independently.

Review patient’s chart and assess a care plan for the patient; communicate with family members or caregivers.

Discuss goals of care & advanced care planning with patient, family, and/or caregivers.

Be mindful and respectful of any emotional or spiritual needs of patient and family that can be addressed.

Order appropriate medications and alter existing treatments to address patient’s pain and symptoms.

Coordinate discharge plan with Care Team and Case Management.

Close feedback loop and follow up with referring physician when indicated.

Prepare and maintain accurate and timely patient records and notes after patient encounter.

Submit appropriate codes for accurate and concise billing for patient visit.

Perform duties autonomously; coordinate with supervising physician as needed.

Liaison with internal Care Coordinators and transition to outpatient services after discharge for continuity of care.

Create positive relationships with hospital staff and administration to build and maintain a referral sources and effective communication.

Knowledge & Skills

Team player

Effective communicator

Performance and result driven

Caring, compassionate, and understanding

Organized and detail oriented

Able to use technology to coordinate patient care

Excellent written and verbal communication

Receptive to proactive feedback and coaching in practice and medicine

Requirements

ACNP, PA, or DNP or equivalent

Active Palliative Care Certification(s)

Active Texas & Federal Licenses required for medical practice

1-2 years of clinical experience

Hospice or Palliative Care experience preferred, but not required

Valid driver's license and auto liability insurance

Must submit proof of vaccination status for COVID-19, in compliance with CMS requirements.

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