Palliative Care NP - Advanced, Patient-Centered Practice

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Bel Air, Maryland. The NP will provide advanced, patient-centered care to individuals with serious, chronic, and life-limiting illnesses across various settings.

This position requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to manage symptoms and support patients through illness. A minimum of five years of direct patient care experience is essential, with strong abilities in crisis management and effective decision-making.

The role aligns with UMMS's commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years direct patient care experience in internal medicine or palliative care.
• Experience in managing chronic disease and end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, patient-centered care to individuals with serious illnesses.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage complex symptoms.
• Facilitate goals-of-care discussions with patients and families.

Skills

Multi-priority handling

Independent work

Crisis management

Effective decision-making

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Nurse Practitioner with Maryland licensure

ANCC or Palliative & Hospice Medicine certification

Job description

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Bel Air, Maryland. The NP will provide advanced, patient-centered care to individuals with serious, chronic, and life-limiting illnesses across various settings.

This position requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to manage symptoms and support patients through illness. A minimum of five years of direct patient care experience is essential, with strong abilities in crisis management and effective decision-making.

The role aligns with UMMS's commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.