Palliative Care Per Diem APP Faulkner

The Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a core member of the BWFH Department of Medicine and key constituent of the palliative care division. The APP is primarily responsible for serving as a palliative care consultant for inpatient hospital services- mainly medicine, critical care, and emergency department.

Per Diem candidates should have prior experience and training in palliative care. The palliative care APP will report to the BWFH Chief of Medicine and the BWFH Department of Medicine Director of APPs.

The APP works closely with the palliative care physicians, inpatient physicians and advanced practice professionals, residents and nursing staff to develop and coordinate a plan of care designed to meet the physical, psychological and social needs of patients and their families. Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required. Knowledge of current literature and a commitment to continued learning are also required. The mission, vision and core values of the Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital are incorporated into all areas of practice. The BWFH palliative APP will also be an integral partner with the other BWFH advanced practice professionals.

As a member of the BWFH Palliative Care Division, the PA / NP shall be responsible for the following duties :

• Collaborate with the palliative care attending physician to evaluate new and follow-up consults at BWFH
• Participate in daily patient rounds to monitor patient care and formulate treatment plans in collaboration with the palliative care attending
• Write initial consult and follow-up progress notes
• Follow through on team recommendations for patient management in partnership with nursing staff
• Conduct and participate in family meetings and multidisciplinary treatment team meetings
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory testing and other special examinations as requested
• Serve as a resource to the BWFH care teams for patient care issues and for BWFH nursing in the development and teaching of palliative nursing practice
• Prepare succinct and accurate sign-out to facilitate the smooth transition of patient care

General Duties

Work collaboratively and function as an efficient member of the BWFH palliative care division

Education

For PA's - Master's Degree Physician Assistant required

For NP's Completion of a master's or post master's degree in acute care, adult or family NP program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)

Licenses and Credentials

Massachusetts Physician Assistant or NP required

Experience

Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.

Ability to maintain quality control standards.

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly and establish / maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 249 - bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a designated Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a recognition that fewer than nine percent of all US hospitals receive.

At Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, we believe that everyone should have the chance to live a healthy life. From creating breakthroughs that have paved the way for treatments around the globe to training the next generation of providers, our patients, and those we may never meet, are at the center of everything we do. If you're looking for more than a career, join Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. Our patients call it better care. Our employees call it home.

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.