PRN Palliative Care NP - Compassionate Patient Advocate

AccentCare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 143,270,000 - 177,710,000; Part time

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Palliative Care for a PRN/Part-Time role in Downtown Chicago. You’ll develop and implement plans for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses, perform assessments, and coordinate with physicians to ensure high-quality care.

The position requires an active NP license in the state, CPR certification, and the ability to travel to all locations. DEA license is preferred and experience in palliative care is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an approved school of professional nursing
• One year experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred
• Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of agency operation
• Active DEA license in the state where care is being provided
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role, preferred
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations
• Meet the regulations and requirements of the state(s) in which program provides services

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement clinical plans of care for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses
• Perform patient assessment, history and physical; recommendations on aggressive symptom-management
• Monitor patient progress; update the Medical Director, Team Director and team members; consult regarding discharge planning; and patient/family teaching
• Maintain communication with the supervisory physician (s) and attending physician to review patient records and care plans on a routine basis
• Initiate communication with attending physicians, other Palliative Care staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for patient/family
• May provide support at time of death
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state and/or the State Board of Nursing
• Participate in continuum of care for patients that are hospice appropriate and ongoing education programs.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Education

NP license (IL)

RN nursing degree

Job description

AccentCare is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Palliative Care for a PRN/Part-Time role in Downtown Chicago. You’ll develop and implement plans for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses, perform assessments, and coordinate with physicians to ensure high-quality care.

The position requires an active NP license in the state, CPR certification, and the ability to travel to all locations. DEA license is preferred and experience in palliative care is advantageous.