Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant Palliative Care Position | New Jersey

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant Inpatient Palliative Care

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join a well-established inpatient palliative care team. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate provider who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals living with serious illness.

You will work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team, providing consultative and follow-up palliative care services in a collaborative hospital environment.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Primarily MondayFriday
• Flexible scheduling available

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient palliative care consultations and follow-up visits.
• Assess and manage complex symptoms for patients with serious or advanced illnesses.
• Lead goals-of-care discussions and advance care planning with patients and their families.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, care coordinators, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate patient transitions, discharge planning, and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Deliver evidence-based, compassionate, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
• National board certification.
• DEA and CDS registration, or ability to obtain before start date.
• Minimum of 2 years of inpatient palliative care experience required.
• Palliative care certification (ACHPN, CHPN, or equivalent) preferred.
• Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Malpractice coverage.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits and wellness programs.

If you are an experienced palliative care provider looking to join a collaborative team dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses, we encourage you to apply today.