Palliative Care NP — Flexible Per-Diem with Weekend Shifts

HopeHealth, Inc.

Providence (RI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 145,000

Part time

16 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

FSA

Disability Coverage

PTO & Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Certifications Reimbursement

Clinical Education Lab

Job summary

HopeHealth is seeking an experienced Palliative Nurse Practitioner to treat patients in inpatient and community settings. This per-diem role requires weekend shifts at major hospitals in Providence, RI, with flexibility to cover other facilities as needed.

The NP will collaborate with treating physicians to relieve pain and other symptoms, communicate serious news, and help establish goals of care. The position emphasizes teamwork and expert hospice/palliative care leadership.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing is required.
Nurse Practitioner certification (Family/Geriatric/Adult) required in RI.
RI/MA RN and NP/PA licenses required.
Prescriptive authority licenses (RI/MA) and DEA license required.
Driver’s license with insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

New consults and follow-up consults for seriously ill adults in inpatient/outpatient settings.
Complete pain assessments and pain management recommendations for seriously ill adults.
Assess and manage non-pain symptoms like nausea, fatigue, dyspnea, anxiety.
Assess disease trajectory and formulate prognosis with treating physicians.
Serve as a seasoned consultant, fostering relationships with providers.
Triage weekend consults and arrange follow-up for less urgent issues.
Make recommendations on further treatment and end-of-life options.
Coordinate care with patients, families, providers, and facilities.