NP - Palliative Care (Multi Location)

Job description

The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs. Palliative/hospice experience preferred
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
• Education:
• Must hold a Master's or Doctorate degree from an NLN/AACN accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensure & Certifications:
• Current, unrestricted NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
• Current, unrestricted NJ Advanced Practice Nurse License.
• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the AANP or ANCC.
• Valid prescriptive authority in New Jersey, including active CDS and DEA registrations.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Proven experience in a relevant patient care setting.
• A collaborative practice agreement with a staff physician must be in place.
• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer platforms, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• A demonstrated commitment to maintaining clinical competencies through ongoing education and practice.

Preferred Qualifications
• Certifications:
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.