Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Palliative Care - FT

Ochsner Health System; Robinson Place (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System is looking for a qualified Advanced Practice Provider in Louisiana. This role involves primary and urgent medical management, as well as teaching residents and medical students. The position requires a Master’s degree in nursing or a Bachelor’s in Physician Assistant medicine.

Responsibilities include emergency stabilization, developing discharge plans, and collaborating with nurses for patient care evaluation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work within a collaborative model.

Qualifications

• Valid current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice.
• Family, Adult/Geriatric, or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC or AANPCP).
• BCLS/ACLS certification; eligibility for prescriptive authority.
• Valid PA license in the state of practice; NCCPA certified.
• Effective communication skills and strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for primary and urgent medical management.
• Teach residents and develop clinical education sessions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies.
• Develop discharge plans and patient education materials.
• Collaborate with nurses and discharge coordinators to evaluate patient care.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Proficiency with Windows applications

Data entry and retrieval skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Flexibility to work a flexible schedule

Education

Master’s degree in nursing or Bachelor’s in Physician Assistant medicine

Job description

Job Overview

This position operates within a collaborative model involving residents, fellows, attendings, staff clinicians, and outpatient clinic patients. The role reports to the Medical Director or approved staff physician and works with PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinators to plan, implement, and evaluate medical and nursing care. Responsibilities include primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization, teaching residents and medical students, staff development, patient education, and discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for primary and urgent medical management and emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients.
• Teach residents, medical students, and staff; develop and conduct clinical education sessions.
• Develop and implement discharge plans and patient education materials.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with nurses and discharge coordinators.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and system protocols.
• Execute other related duties as required and adapt behavior to the specific patient population.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in nursing, or Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine, Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program.
• Experience: None required; Preferred - 3 years related medical experience.
• Licensure/Certification (Nurse Practitioner): Valid current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice; Family or Adult/Geriatric or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC or AANPCP); BCLS/ACLS certification; eligibility for prescriptive authority.
• Licensure/Certification (Physician Assistant): Valid PA license in the state of practice, NCCPA certified; BCLS/ACLS certification; eligibility for prescriptive authority.
• Computer: Proficiency with Windows applications and related software packages; data entry and retrieval skills.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Interpersonal: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule and be on call.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation within and between facilities.

Physical & Environmental Demands

The role requires lifting 20–50 pounds occasionally or 10–25 pounds frequently, with moderate manual handling. The incumbent must stand for extended periods, stoop, bend, reach, and handle arm or leg controls. Physical demands exceed those of a sedentary typical work environment. Exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and potential hazardous chemicals is possible. The position offers full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

EEO Statement

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.