Inpatient Palliative Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking an Advanced Practitioner to join a Palliative Medicine team providing inpatient care at a medical center. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment and treatment planning for patients with serious illness.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Nursing with NP certification. The position requires strong clinical assessment, diagnostics, and communication skills, plus the ability to collaborate effectively within a healthcare team to deliver

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s Degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a healthcare team while delivering patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients using evidence-based practices.
• Document medical information, order and interpret tests, and prescribe therapies as appropriate.
• Adjust medications in collaboration with the healthcare team and communicate patient management updates.
• Perform procedures within NP scope.
• Advise and educate patients and families while advocating for safe, ethical care.
• Adhere to organizational policies and meet department goals.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostics

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing with NP certification

Job description

Role Overview: An Advanced Practitioner is sought to join a Palliative Medicine team, providing comprehensive inpatient care at a medical center.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients, utilizing evidence-based practices.
• Accurately document medical information, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and prescribe appropriate therapies.
• Adjust or discontinue medications as needed and communicate with the healthcare team regarding patient management.
• Perform procedures within the scope of nurse practitioner practice.
• Act as a patient advocate by providing safe, ethical care, health education, and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Follow organizational policies, guidelines, and meet departmental goals.

This role primarily supports inpatient Palliative Medicine needs in a clinical environment.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Nursing with Nurse Practitioner certification is required.

Skills & Attributes: Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a healthcare team. Commitment to patient-centered care, safety, and continuous learning.