Quality of Life-Palliative Post Acute APRP Cape Coral

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Surrounding areas: Estero, Fort. Myers and Cape Coral

SNF Facilities

1099

JOB SUMMARY

The duties of a Palliative Care, Post-Acute Nurse Practitioner , APRN mid-level provider include, but are not limited to, making rounds in the skilled nursing facilities, communicating to patients, facility staff members, providing accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients. MUST HAVE/QUALITY OF LIFE/ PALLIATIVE CARE EXPERIENCE.

Quick Program Overview:

Our program is grounded in the idea that quality of life reflects a person’s total well-being—physically, emotionally, and socially—including both positive and challenging elements.

We provide care not just at end-of-life, but at any point where a patient’s symptoms, cognitive health, or day-to-day function are starting to impact their quality of life. We focus on early needs identification, collaborative care planning, and aligning treatment with each person’s goals.

Key Services We Offer:

???? Cognitive Assessments
We include formal cognitive screenings at intake to identify early decline, support communication, and ensure appropriate surrogate decision-making where needed.

????️ Goals of Care Conversations
We guide patients and families through structured conversations about what matters most—making sure care aligns with values, preferences, and long-term priorities.

???? Discharge & Functional Planning
We support transitions from hospitals or SNFs by helping families understand a patient’s new level of function and prepare for home care, outpatient follow-up, or other support services.

Why This Matters:

Palliative care isn’t about stopping care—it’s about improving the experience. Our team works closely with PCPs, specialists, and discharge planners to ensure care is person-centered, coordinated, and values-driven . We meet people where they are and help them move forward with clarity and dignity.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

1. Examine patients and record history
2. Adhere to proper charting protocols
3. Discuss with Physician and other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive plan
4. Order or execute tests or images as needed
5. Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by Physician
6. Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report to patient
7. Administer or prescribe treatment and medications
8. Promote health by advising patient on diet, hygiene and prevention of disease
9. Inoculate and vaccinate as required
10. Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being
11. Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities
12. Other responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Must have and maintain current State of Florida license in good standing
2. Current National Board Certification
3. Current DEA
4. Post Acute experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
2. Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
3. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare
4. Experience in Palliative care

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Prior experience using an electronic medical records system
2. Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)

RELATIONSHIP REPORTING

Reports to the Supervisory Palliative Physician

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to communicate effectively with patients
2. Ability to collaborate with colleagues as necessary to provide quality health care
3. Ability to use a computer, printer and scanner
4. Ability to sit, stand or view a computer screen for extended periods of time
5. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions for extended periods of time
6. Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel
7. Ability to reach with hands and arms