Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

4 days ago


Edison, New Jersey, United States Astera Cancer Care Full time
About the Role

Astera Cancer Care is seeking a highly skilled Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our team. As a key member of our Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care program, you will provide consultation and administration of specialty-level palliative care, pain management, symptom management, and supportive care to meet the needs of oncology patients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform comprehensive assessments and evaluations of patients and their families to develop a plan of care focused on improving the patient's experience living with cancer.
  • Collaborate with the patient's medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, surgeon, and other healthcare team members to develop realistic care expectations based on goals of care.
  • Facilitate patient and family decision-making regarding treatment decisions and perform advance care planning visits.
  • Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Monitor patients' response to treatment modalities and revise the plan as needed.
  • Assist in all facets of care coordination for palliative care referrals.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and families to ensure understanding of diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
  • Document and bill accurately for palliative care services provided.
  • Serve as a resource and educator to healthcare team members regarding palliative care, serious illness, and end-of-life care management.
Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited Palliative Care, Acute, Geriatric, Adult, or Family Nurse Practitioner Master's program.
  • Board Certified APN (as a Palliative Care, Acute, Geriatric, Adult, or Family Nurse Practitioner preferred).
  • Three+ years of experience as a nurse practitioner in clinical nursing care of palliative care, oncology, adult/family practice, oncology, or geriatrics preferred.
  • Advance certification in hospice and palliative nursing care (ACHPN) preferred; required to obtain within 18 months of hire and maintain throughout employment.
  • Experience with palliative care and/or hospice strongly preferred.


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