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 holidays

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program access

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (Palliative Care) for a full-time position in Los Angeles, CA. The role offers a salary range of $140,000 to $166,000 and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Responsibilities include developing care plans, patient assessments, coordinating with physicians, and prescribing medications as allowed by state law. Active CA NP licensure, DEA, and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 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 operation.
• Active DEA license in the state where care is provided.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement clinical plans of care for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses.
• Perform patient assessment, history and physical; recommendations on symptom-management.
• Monitor patient progress and coordinate with the Medical Director and team.
• Maintain communication with supervisory and attending physicians to review records and care plans.
• Coordinate care with other providers and agencies to optimize patient outcomes.
• Prescribe medications as permitted by the state.

Skills

CPR certification

Active DEA license

Licensed NP in CA

Education

Approved school of professional nursing

Job description

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.

Overview

Location

Los Angelas, CA

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 2025by 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.

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.