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Job description
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Palliative Care
Reports To: Director of Hospital Palliative Care
Status: Salaried
FT, PT, PRN: Full Time
Shift: 40 hours per day, day shifts
Location: Haywood County and surrounding area
Position Summary:
Provide patient care consultation and treatment to patients with serious illness with support from a collaborative physician.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Work to achieve performance goals, pursue progress toward individual development plan (IDP) and demonstrate Four Seasons values and competencies
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
Take clinical call for palliative care clients
Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings for development and evaluation of the clients plan of care
Create and maintain accurate patient records
Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
Serve as clinical resource for staff of Four Seasons, staff at facilities served, and providers in the community
Maintain current medical education and appropriate licensure
Perform other duties as requested or assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations and Medicare Conditions of Participation
Knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
Knowledge of electronic medical records systems
Basic data entry skills
Excellent organization skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to work flexible hours, if needed
Ability to participate as a team player to coordinate projects
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Master's degree and clinical rotation, preferred.
Experience:
2 years of (post education) experience is required
Palliative care experience preferred
Licensures & Certifications: (if applicable)
Current NP or PA Board Approved Certification
Current NC Medical License in good standing
Current DEA Registration in good standing
Meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be appointed medical staff and qualify for privileges at partner facilities
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
Summary of Physical Requirements:
Walking, standing, sitting
Hand dexterity with gripping/grasping to include writing
Other Duties:
Maintain current medical education and appropriate licensure
Practice safety and infection control methods
Maintain documentation of collaborative practice / supervision as appropriate for medical licensure.
Worksite address
asheville, NC, 28814, US
Who can apply
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