NP - Palliative Care in Spokane WA

Are you a passionate and dedicated clinician looking to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives? TeamHealth is seeking a full-time palliative care nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) to join our team, providing palliative services in a skilled nursing facilities setting in the Spokane, Washington, area. By joining TeamHealth, you'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, providing comprehensive care to patients in need.

As a Palliative Care specialist you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals you will assess, diagnose, and treat patients and provide comprehensive palliative services. You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on patients' lives, helping them achieve improved well-being.

At TeamHealth, we value our healthcare professionals and strive to provide a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of the team, you will receive:

Competitive compensation package, including base salary and comprehensive benefits

Supportive and collaborative work culture, fostering teamwork and growth

Opportunities for career advancement within TeamHealth's extensive network of healthcare facilities

Work/life balance, with a predictable schedule

Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to enhance patient care deliveryKey Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and symptoms

Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with other healthcare providers

Manage medications and treatments to alleviate pain and other distressing symptoms

Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families

Educate patients and families about illness progression and available treatment options

Coordinate with social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care

Facilitate advanced care planning and end-of-life discussions

Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed

Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review and update patient care plans

Advocate for patients' needs and preferences within the healthcare system

Conduct and contribute to research in palliative care practices and outcomesRequirements:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a palliative care setting

Master's degree in nursing, with a specialization in palliative or hospice care

Experience in managing chronic pain and symptoms related to serious illnesses

Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Familiarity with electronic health records and palliative care documentation

Training in advanced care planning and end-of-life care discussions

Active nurse practitioner (NP) license and DEA for Washington state

Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

Demonstrated ability to manage complex patient cases

Proficiency in patient education and counseling

Commitment to continuous professional developmentCompensation and Benefits:

Our compensation is a productivity-based model (Fee for Service) that offers you control to maximize your income potential. Expected compensation is estimated salary range of $138,000 to $164,000 annually with no cap on productivity income potential. This full-time role is benefit eligible.

Full-time clinicians are eligible for an excellent comprehensive benefits package to include 401(k) plan, health, dental and vision insurance, long and short term disability, FSA, group term life insurance, Flex Time bank, and employee assistance program.

- Work/life balance: our schedule allows you to achieve the ideal work/life balance

- No call: enjoy the peace of mind with no call responsibilities

- Stable and trusted organization: join the leading provider of facilities-based medicine and the largest network of post-acute care clinicians nationally, ensuring business strength and stability

- Competitive compensation: we offer a highly competitive compensation package

- Comprehensive benefits: access an excellent benefits package, including paid professional liability insurance

- Extensive onboarding program: benefit from our industry-leading onboarding program, which includes training on EMR, billing and coding, and support from experienced clinical educators

- Strong infrastructure: take advantage of our well-developed infrastructure, backed by extensive back-office support and local management

- Clinician-led company: join a company that values clinician input and encourages a collaborative and empowered work environment

Permanent