Autonomous In-Home Palliative Care NP

MEP Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Chandler, AZ is seeking a clinician to provide autonomous, in-home palliative care to patients with serious illnesses across Pinal County.

The role emphasizes assessing needs, managing symptoms, coordinating with physicians, and supporting families in advance care planning to improve comfort and quality of life.

Candidates should bring strong clinical judgment and excellent communication skills to work with an interdisciplinary team in patients' homes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong clinical judgment in home-based palliative care.
• Ability to practice autonomously in patients' homes.
• Expertise in symptom management for advanced illness.
• Excellent communication and compassionate counseling for patients and families.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and evaluate physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Manage complex symptoms and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Support patients and families with advance care planning and treatment guidance.
• Deliver patient-centered care focused on comfort, quality of life, and goals of care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Autonomous home-based practice

Symptom management

Communication with patients/families

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

MEP Health in Chandler, AZ is seeking a clinician to provide autonomous, in-home palliative care to patients with serious illnesses across Pinal County.

The role emphasizes assessing needs, managing symptoms, coordinating with physicians, and supporting families in advance care planning to improve comfort and quality of life.

Candidates should bring strong clinical judgment and excellent communication skills to work with an interdisciplinary team in patients' homes.