Palliative Care APRN — Community-Based, Flexible Hours

Arkansas Hospice, Inc.; Berryville (AR); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Hospice, Inc. in Berryville is seeking a Palliative Care Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) to work in hospital and community settings on a PRN basis. You will lead goals of care discussions, coordinate transitions to hospice, and advise on symptom management.

The role requires a Master’s degree in nursing, AR APRN license with prescriptive authority (DEA), and 2+ years in RN or APRN palliative care. Travel and flexible hours are expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing required.
• AR APRN license with prescriptive authority and DEA certificate required.
• Minimum of two years RN or APRN palliative care experience preferred.
• Valid Arkansas driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes clinical guidelines for care in hospital and community settings.
• Performs comprehensive evaluations of patients and manages symptom control.
• Recommends tests and coordinates with palliative care physicians.
• Communicates with home health and hospital staff to adjust care plans.
• Maintains accurate patient records and provides staff training.
• Adheres to confidentiality and professional standards.

Skills

Palliative care knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Arkansas Hospice, Inc. in Berryville is seeking a Palliative Care Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) to work in hospital and community settings on a PRN basis. You will lead goals of care discussions, coordinate transitions to hospice, and advise on symptom management.

The role requires a Master’s degree in nursing, AR APRN license with prescriptive authority (DEA), and 2+ years in RN or APRN palliative care. Travel and flexible hours are expected as part of the position.