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MemorialCare

NP, Adult Palliative Care

MemorialCare, Laguna Woods, California, United States, 92637


Title:

Nurse Practitioner Palliative CareLocation:

Fountain Valley, CADepartment:

Adults Palliative CareStatus:

Per-diemShift:

DaysPay Range*:

$59.62 - $93.59Bonus:At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. MemorialCare stands for excellence in healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.Position Summary

The nurse practitioner for Palliative Care is responsible for the planning, development and provision of service for the Palliative Care Program. The nurse practitioner utilizes advanced knowledge and clinical expertise in providing primary and/or specialized care including: examination, evaluation and recommendation for treatment of patients. Responsibilities include rounding and care of patients through performance of clinical duties including but not limited to, consultations, ordering of diagnostic tests, prescribing of pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies, and development of treatment plans to facilitate the continuum of care. The nurse practitioner must effectively communicate and document data relevant to the care of the patients. The nurse practitioner collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure safe and effective patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. The nurse practitioner functions as a consultant, educator, resource and role model for patients, families, the community and nursing staff. In addition, the nurse practitioner, using evidence-based guidelines, assists with the development of the Palliative Care Program.Qualifications:Licensure as a nurse practitioner in the state of CaliforniaCurrent California RN licenseMaster’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nurse practitioner programNational certification in a nurse practitioner specialty preferredCurrent AHA BLS & ACLS for Healthcare Providers cardEligible for approval of privileges to practice within the Saddleback Memorial Medical Center as an Allied Health Professional through the medical staffing officeCurrent DEA registration or eligibleCritical Care and Palliative Care experience preferredNP furnishing licenseHospice & Palliative Care certification preferred

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