PRN Palliative Nurse Practitioner /NP

Silverado; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 103,320 - 110,208; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance

Job summary

Silverado Palliative Hospice in Orange County seeks a Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced nursing care for hospice patients, support families through end-of-life journeys, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role requires APRN licensure, ELNEC completion, and strong collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Offering competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities, Silverado emphasizes patient-centered care, professional training, and a strong workplace culture with national

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing
• MSN or Doctoral Degree
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License in the state of employment
• ELNEC modules completed within 18 months of hire
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and pass background check, drug screening, and TB testing
• Comfortable working outside regular hours as needed

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments for hospice patients
• Assess signs and symptoms of discomfort and take prompt action
• Initiate and manage individualized plans of care for patients and families
• Provide direct face-to-face visits for referred and existing patients
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient updates and care plans
• Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards
• Participate in QAPI programs
• Ensure services comply with hospice standards and regulatory requirements

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSN or Doctoral Degree

Accredited APRN program

Job description

Join Silverado Palliative Hospice Costal Valleys covering our Orange County areas and be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services™. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life-limiting illnesses through our Hospice services. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring a Nurse Practitioner – a compassionate and skilled clinician who provides advanced nursing care, supports patients and families through end-of-life journeys, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. This role is essential to delivering dignified, patient-centered care and supporting the smooth operation of our hospice program.

Be a Difference-Maker with a Hospice Care Leader

You lead with clinical expertise, empathy, and professionalism. You’re a strong communicator who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You’re passionate about improving quality of life for patients and families while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments for hospice patients
• Assess signs and symptoms of discomfort, including pain, and take prompt, appropriate action
• Initiate and manage individualized plans of care for patients and families
• Provide direct face-to-face visits for referred and existing patients
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient updates and care plans
• Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards (if applicable)
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs
• Ensure all services comply with hospice standards and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing
• MSN or Doctoral Degree required
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License in the state of employment
• End-of-Life Nursing Education Program (ELNEC) – all 8 modules completed within 18 months of hire
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing preferred
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift up to 50 poundsMust clear criminal background check, physical, and drug screening
• Comfortable working outside regular hours as needed
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

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Anticipated pay range

$75 - $80 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. * California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law. Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable). Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

EOE/M/F/D/V