APP - Palliative Care - Outpatient

College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy; Pinehurst (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

CME allowance

License and DEA reimbursement

Tail coverage

Free fitness center membership

PSLF eligible

Job summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas in Pinehurst, NC is seeking an experienced Palliative Care NP or PA for 100% outpatient care. The role involves treating patients in their homes or facilities in Moore County with a dedicated care team and weekday schedule.

The position offers base salary plus quarterly productivity incentive, PSLF eligibility, generous PTO, retirement plans, CME allowance, license/DEA reimbursement, and tail malpractice coverage.

Qualifications

• NP must be a graduate of a nurse practitioner education program and have national certification.
• PA must be a graduate of an AMA-approved Physician Assistant program and have NCCPA certification.
• 2 years of advanced practice experience required; NPs function autonomously across all units.
• Must be able to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, and discretion in decision-making.
• Exceptional communication skills; must be able to effectively navigate sensitive patient/family discussions.
• Clean background, NC license, and NC DEA required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient palliative care APP will treat patients in their homes or facilities within Moore County.
• Be part of a care team of seven Palliative Care APPs and two social workers.
• Weekday position with protected administrative time.

Skills

Communication skills

Autonomy

NC license

Education

NP with national certification

PA with NCCPA certification

Job description

Overview

Experienced Palliative Care NP/PA - 100% Outpatientneeded in Pinehurst, NC

We areseekinga dedicated and compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to carry out our mission, “To care for people.” Located in the beautiful Village of Pinehurst, our organization is considered one of the premier healthcare systems in the Southeast.FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a private, not-for-profit, community-based health care network serving the mid-Carolinas. Join a close-knit team that is making a difference!

Position Highlights

About the Opportunity

• The Outpatient Palliative CareAPPwill treat patients in their homes or facilities within the Moore County area.
• The careteam includessevenPalliative CareAPPs andtwodedicated social workers.
• Weekday position with protected administrative time.
• Call Schedule 1:4 weeks with Hospice: M-F 5:00 pm- 8: 30 am, 24-hour coverage Saturday and Sunday.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package:
• Base salary plus quarterly productivity incentive
• 501(c)(3) status provides eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Paid time off benefitsandPaid Parental Leave
• 2retirement savings plans – 401a, 403bwith match
• Free Fitness Center membership
• CME allowance, reimbursement for license and DEA
• Provider wellbeing resources
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage

About FirstHealth

• Headquartered in Pinehurst, NC, we are a financially stable organization with four hospitals (549 beds), and facilities for inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation, hospice, a palliative care program, home care, community outreach programs, integrated neurosciences, health & fitness centers, primary, concierge, and convenient care practices, a hospitality house, EMS, a philanthropic foundation, and more.
• Here you will find specialty and subspecialty services and technologies that rival those typically only found in academic institutions and in larger metropolitan areas.
• We are leading the way with the latest advancements in cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, neonatology, and bariatric surgery.
• Organizational culture guided by a commitment to patient safety, quality, and performance excellence, asevidencedby some of our recent achievements:
• Named one of the nation’s100 Top HospitalsbyFortune/PINC AIeight times— NorthCarolina’s only hospital to achieve this recognition, and more often than any other in the state.
• Outstanding Patient Experience Award in 2025 by Healthgrades. FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital is the only hospital in North Carolina to receive that award for 17 years in a row, which places the hospital in the top 5% in the nation.
• Recognized as one of the Top 150 Places to Work in Health Care by Becker’s Healthcare for the last 3 consecutive years.
• Ranked No. 2 in the state in Patient Picks category and raked No. 3 in the best hospital ranking by Business N.C. Magazine.
• Join us on our journey to zero harm and the best place to work in healthcare!

About the Community

• Pinehurst is NC’s #1 strongest Micropolitan for 6 years running
• Consistently ranks Top 3 Safest municipalities in NC
• Lots of outdoor recreation and world-class amenities
• Home of the famous Pinehurst #2 golf course
• Within reach of major metro areas, RDU airport, beaches, major lakes, and the mountains
• Great combination of Mom & Pop shops and dining as well as chain stores and restaurants

Less than90 minutesto major international airports.

Qualifications

• NP must be a graduate of a nurse practitioner education program and have national certification.
• PA must be a graduate of an AMA-approved Physician Assistant program and have NCCPA certification.
• 2 years of advanced practice experiencerequired. NPs function autonomously across all units.
• Must be able to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, and discretion in decision-making.
• Exceptional communicationskills;must be able to effectively navigate sensitive patient/family discussions.
• Clean background, NC license, and NC DEArequired.
• AHA ACLS certification required.