Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Palliative Care
- 2410 Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc.
- Dover-NH
- 4mo ago
- Part-Time
- On-site
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Site: Wentworth-Douglass Physician Corporation
Our award-winning Supportive & Palliative Care team addresses both the physical symptoms and the stress and worry that accompany a serious illness for both the patients and their families and loved ones. Many adults living with illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney failure, dementia, among others, experience physical symptoms and emotional distress related to their diseases. Unlike hospice care, patients do not need to have a terminal diagnosis to be referred for palliative care services. Many patients experience shorter hospital stays, less pain and improved overall well-being, and the research backs this up.
Palliative care provides patients with relief from distressing symptoms including pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, constipation, nausea, loss of appetite, problems with sleep and many other symptoms. It can also help patients deal with the side effects of the medical treatments they’re receiving with the goal of improving overall quality of life. In addition to symptom management, our team also supports patients with the following:
• Advanced care planning: guidance with difficult treatment decisions, help with navigating the health care system, assistance with Advanced Directives
• Strong physical, emotional and spiritual support throughout all stages of illness
• Supportive counseling: clear and compassionate communication with doctors and family members
• Coordination of care with various community services
A team-based approach is central to palliative care including doctors, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators who specialize in palliative care, social workers, chaplains, nutritionists, counselors and others. Our team meets with patients and families during their hospital stays, in the Mass General Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, in our outpatient clinic, and via virtual visits.
We are seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner to support our Supportive & Palliative Care team. We are located at 789 Central Avenue, Dover, New Hampshire 03820. The Nurse Practitioner will provide coverage for our full-time NPs during planned vacations, sick time, and as they fulfill various continuing education requirements ideally between the hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday.
As true partners to our physicians, our Nurse Practitioners get the opportunity to work autonomously to the top of their education/certification while also functioning as part of the collaborative team.
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing exceptional direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care to the highest standards of the organization as part of a multidisciplinary team. The Nurse Practitioner participates in the delivery of patient care in the outpatient setting by performing initial and follow-up visits, as well as autonomous performance of approved clinical functions.
The Nurse Practitioner cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient and family. The NP acts as a resource and collaborates with clinical staff and other hospital and health care disciplines for promotion of health to the optimal level of wellness for patients, families, and the community. This individual may provide autonomous as well as team-based care.
Are you ready to bring your talent to this team and join us in driving medicine forward?
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Essential Functions
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? YesOnsite789 Central Avenue0Per DiemDay (United States of America)1812 Wentworth-Douglass Physician Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Our award-winning Supportive & Palliative Care team addresses both the physical symptoms and the stress and worry that accompany a serious illness for both the patients and their families and loved ones. Many adults living with illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney failure, dementia, among others, experience physical symptoms and emotional distress related to their diseases. Unlike hospice care, patients do not need to have a terminal diagnosis to be referred for palliative care services. Many patients experience shorter hospital stays, less pain and improved overall well-being, and the research backs this up.
Palliative care provides patients with relief from distressing symptoms including pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, constipation, nausea, loss of appetite, problems with sleep and many other symptoms. It can also help patients deal with the side effects of the medical treatments they’re receiving with the goal of improving overall quality of life. In addition to symptom management, our team also supports patients with the following:
• Advanced care planning: guidance with difficult treatment decisions, help with navigating the health care system, assistance with Advanced Directives
• Strong physical, emotional and spiritual support throughout all stages of illness
• Supportive counseling: clear and compassionate communication with doctors and family members
• Coordination of care with various community services
A team-based approach is central to palliative care including doctors, nurse practitioners and nurse coordinators who specialize in palliative care, social workers, chaplains, nutritionists, counselors and others. Our team meets with patients and families during their hospital stays, in the Mass General Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, in our outpatient clinic, and via virtual visits.
We are seeking a Per Diem Nurse Practitioner to support our Supportive & Palliative Care team. We are located at 789 Central Avenue, Dover, New Hampshire 03820. The Nurse Practitioner will provide coverage for our full-time NPs during planned vacations, sick time, and as they fulfill various continuing education requirements ideally between the hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Friday.
As true partners to our physicians, our Nurse Practitioners get the opportunity to work autonomously to the top of their education/certification while also functioning as part of the collaborative team.
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing exceptional direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care to the highest standards of the organization as part of a multidisciplinary team. The Nurse Practitioner participates in the delivery of patient care in the outpatient setting by performing initial and follow-up visits, as well as autonomous performance of approved clinical functions.
The Nurse Practitioner cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient and family. The NP acts as a resource and collaborates with clinical staff and other hospital and health care disciplines for promotion of health to the optimal level of wellness for patients, families, and the community. This individual may provide autonomous as well as team-based care.
Are you ready to bring your talent to this team and join us in driving medicine forward?
Job Summary
SummaryThe Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Essential Functions
Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nursing required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] preferred
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS] Certificate preferred
Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] preferred
Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] preferred
Experience
2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience required
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
1+ years of experience as a nurse practitioner in palliative/hospice care, and/or inpatient oncology preferred
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$120,390.40 - $170,456.00/Annual
Grade
7
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