Palliative Care NP — Elevate Comfort in Skilled Nursing

UNAVAILABLE; South Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $150k–$200k per year

Performance bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k and PTO

Malpractice insurance covered

License renewal reimbursement

CEU platform

Clinical mentorship

Job summary

HealthDrive seeks a compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our teams serving residents in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. This full-time role emphasizes symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and interprofessional collaboration to improve quality of life.

You will partner with residents, families, and facility staff, delivering patient-centered care while reducing hospitalizations. Enthusiasm for mentoring and ongoing education is valued.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing required.
• State NP license required.
• Board Certification required for NP practice.
• DEA/CS license required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive palliative care assessments for residents.
• Evaluate and manage symptoms (pain, dyspnea, anxiety, depression, nausea).
• Develop individualized care plans with residents, families, and facility staff.
• Provide ongoing follow-up visits and monitor progression/treatment effectiveness.
• Order, interpret, and review tests and results.
• Coordinate care with PCPs, specialists, hospice, and facility teams.
• Lead goals-of-care conversations with residents and families.
• Complete advance directives and code status documentation.
• Educate staff on palliative care and communication strategies.
• Collaborate with pharmacists to optimize medications.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s Degree (NP)

Job description

HealthDrive seeks a compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our teams serving residents in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. This full-time role emphasizes symptom management, goals-of-care discussions, and interprofessional collaboration to improve quality of life.

You will partner with residents, families, and facility staff, delivering patient-centered care while reducing hospitalizations. Enthusiasm for mentoring and ongoing education is valued.