Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

4 weeks ago


Edison, New Jersey, United States Astera Full time

At Astera, we strive to provide a sanctuary of excellence, precision, thoroughness, and genuine compassion. Our approach to patient care is centered around their unique needs, taking a whole-person approach to treatment and support.

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Nurse to join our Palliative Medicine and Supportive Care program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in palliative care, oncology, and adult/family practice, with a focus on providing 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, utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• 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, monitoring patient response to treatment modalities and revising plans as needed.
• Assist in all facets of care coordination for palliative care referrals, communicating effectively with patients and families regarding diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
• Document and bill accurately for palliative care services provided, serving as a resource and educator to healthcare team members regarding palliative care, serious illness, and end-of-life care management.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with providers, staff, leaders, and community organizations to promote positive image, heighten awareness, and promote collaboration.

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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