Nurse Practitioner, Palliative

AccentCare; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program including EAP and Cal

AccentCare scrubs store credit

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care in Los Angeles, CA to provide comprehensive care for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses across LA County.

Develop care plans, perform assessments, and coordinate with physicians to ensure compassionate symptom management. Qualifications include graduation from an approved nursing program, CA NP licensure, active DEA license, CPR certification, and ability to travel to all locations.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an approved school of professional nursing.
• One year experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred.
• Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of agency operation.
• Active DEA license in the state where care is being provided.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role, preferred.
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.
• Meet the regulations and requirements of the state(s) in which program provides services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement clinical plans of care for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses.
• Perform patient assessment, history and physical; recommendations on aggressive symptom-management.
• Monitor patient progress; update the Medical Director, Team Director and team members; consult regarding discharge planning; and patient/family teaching.
• Maintain communication with the supervisory physician(s) and attending physician to review patient records and care plans on a routine basis.
• Initiate communication with attending physicians, other Palliative Care staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for patient/family.
• May provide support at time of death.
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state and/or the State Board of Nursing.
• Participate in continuum of care for patients that are hospice appropriate and ongoing education programs.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

CPR Certification

Active DEA license

Education

Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing

Job description

Overview

Nurse Practitioner / NP, Palliative Care Location: Los Angelas, CA Position: Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care Job ID: 78127 Remote/Virtual Position: No Coverage Area: LA County territory. Primary service area includes Downey, Pico Rivera, Montebello, Commerce, East LA, Maywood, Huntington Park, South Gate, Lynwood, Compton, Bell Gardens, Norwalk, Paramount, and Bellflower.

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner / NP, Palliative Care Salary: $140,000 - $166,000 Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hours

Reimagine Your Career in Palliative Care

Caring for others is more than what you do - it's who you are. At AccentCare, you'll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You'll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We're proud to be named one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek - a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we're building together.

Offer Based on Years of Experience

What You Need to Know

Be the Best Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Graduated from an approved school of professional nursing
• One year experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred
• Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of agency operation
• Active DEA license in the state where care is being provided.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role, preferred
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations
• Meet the regulations and requirements of the state(s) in which program provides services

Responsibilities

As a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, you will:

• Develop and implement clinical plans of care for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses
• Perform patient assessment, history and physical; recommendations on aggressive symptom-management
• Monitor patient progress; update the Medical Director, Team Director and team members; consult regarding discharge plannning; and patient/family teaching
• Maintain communication with the supervisory physician (s) and attending physician to review patient records and care plans on a routine basis
• Initiate communication with attending physicians, other Palliative Care staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for patient/family
• May provide support at time of death
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state and/or the State Board of Nursing
• Participate in continum of care for patients that are hospice appropriate and ongoing education programs.

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We're committed to fostering a purpose-driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well-being.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.