Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Palliative Care - Mishawaka, IN

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled  Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant  to join our interdisciplinary team with Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, IN.

This role is primarily responsible for assessing, evaluating, and treating patients with pain and palliative care needs, under the supervision and collaboration of a physician. The ideal candidate will utilize advanced clinical knowledge and skills to identify abnormal conditions, diagnose health problems, develop and implement treatment plans, evaluate patient outcomes, and collaborate with or refer to physicians when appropriate.

Key Responsibilities :

• Demonstrate the organizations mission and core values in all interactions.
• Adhere to all laws and regulations related to patient health, safety, and medical information.
• Apply critical thinking to make independent decisions within the scope of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant.
• Conduct comprehensive history and physical assessments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and document therapeutic plans of care.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and team members regarding patient outcomes and care variations.
• Provide continuity of care and monitor patient progress between physician visits.
• Delegate care appropriately within scope of practice.
• Educate patients, families, and health team members using advanced clinical knowledge.
• Recommend community resources to support patient and family needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to ensure service excellence.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with the roles purpose.

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