Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care

AccentCare, Inc.; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness programs (Calm app)

Scrub program credit

Job summary

AccentCare, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner with a focus on Palliative Care to join our full-time team in North Pinellas, FL.

This on-site role covers local care delivery with a strong emphasis on developing individualized care plans and symptom management for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses. The position requires NP licensure in Florida, a valid DEA, and CPR certification; travel to different locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of operation (Florida).
• One year experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred.
• 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.

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

Licensed in Florida

CPR certified

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Overview

Nurse Practitioner / NP, Palliative Care

Position: Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: North Pinellas, FL

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner / NP, Palliative Care

Salary: $115,000 - $125,000

Schedule: 1.0 FTE

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.