Palliative Care NP/PA — Compassionate, Team-Driven Impact

Good Samaritan Hospice; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven work

Collaborative and supportive team

Growth and learning opportunities

Job summary

A community-based healthcare organization in Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The role involves providing comprehensive palliative care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and enhancing the quality of life for patients facing serious illness. Ideal candidates have strong clinical skills, a compassionate approach, and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. The position requires working in various settings and upholding the principles of hospice and palliative care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Virginia required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in acute care, home health, hospice, palliative care, or geriatrics required.
• Prior palliative care and/or hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive palliative care services to patients in various settings.
• Conduct new patient visits and ongoing patient management.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop care plans.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Compassionate caregiving

Collaborative mindset

Strong communication skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Virginia

Minimum 2 years of experience in relevant fields

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

A community-based healthcare organization in Roanoke, Virginia, is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The role involves providing comprehensive palliative care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and enhancing the quality of life for patients facing serious illness. Ideal candidates have strong clinical skills, a compassionate approach, and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. The position requires working in various settings and upholding the principles of hospice and palliative care.