Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Palliative Care
Reports To: Director of Hospital Palliative Care
Status: Salaried
FT, PT, PRN: Full Time
Shift: 40 hours per week, day shifts
Location: Henderson County and surrounding areas
Provide patient care consultation and treatment to patients with serious illness with support from a collaborative physician.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
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Work to achieve performance goals, pursue progress toward individual development plan (IDP) and demonstrate Four Seasons values and competencies
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Provide direct client care consultations, to include participation in patient and family counseling and management of symptoms related to life-limiting conditions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains
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Take clinical call for palliative care clients
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Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings for development and evaluation of the clients plan of care
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Create and maintain accurate patient records
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Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
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Serve as clinical resource for staff of Four Seasons, staff at facilities served, and providers in the community
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Maintain current medical education and appropriate licensure
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Perform other duties as requested or assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations and Medicare Conditions of Participation
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Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
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Knowledge of electronic medical records systems
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Basic data entry skills
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Excellent organization skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
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Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
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Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
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Ability to work flexible hours, if needed
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Ability to participate as a team player to coordinate projects
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Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects
Education:
- Master’s degree and clinical rotation, preferred.
Experience:
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2 years of (post education) experience is required
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Palliative care experience preferred
Licensures & Certifications: (if applicable)
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Current NP or PA Board Approved Certification
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Current NC Medical License in good standing
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Current DEA Registration in good standing
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Meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be appointed medical staff and qualify for privileges at partner facilities
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Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Summary of Physical Requirements:
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Walking, standing, sitting
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Hand dexterity with gripping/grasping to include writing
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Maintain current medical education and appropriate licensure
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Practice safety and infection control methods
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Maintain documentation of collaborative practice / supervision as appropriate for medical licensure.
