NP-007: Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant IP
Reports to: Chief Medical Officer
Department: Medical Services
Job Summary:
The nurse practitioner or physician assistant provides direct patient care for patients with serious illnesses. The patient population will reflect that specified by the licensing board. Is responsible for using expert skills in history taking, physical examination, initiation and interpretation of tests, analysis of data, and the implementation and evaluation of plans of care. Effectively manages the Plan of Care for each patient based on clinical knowledge, data, patient preference and benefits to the patient. Management of each patient also includes appropriately and effectively delegating patient care duties to other members of the team to assure optimal patient outcomes. Works with other members of the palliative care team (MD, NP, PA, RN, and social worker) along with hospital staff in the inpatient setting. Responsible for continuing his/her own personal development to enhance practice and the medical profession. Performs other duties as assigned.
Primary Job Duties:
1. Participates in the medical management of patients with serious conditions to effectively manage the plan of care for patients in conjunction with the Palliative Care Center physicians and other providers, in hospital settings.
2. Provides appropriate and pertinent patient education to the patient/family according to the Plan of Care to facilitate optimal patient and family comfort and support in serious illness.
3. Appropriately documents and communicates all required information in accordance with agency policies and procedures, accreditation, regulation, and legal requirements.
4. Effectively and appropriately delegates specific patient care duties to other Palliative Care Team members.
5. Works effectively with other team members and can adapt to each environment by which we see patients: various inpatient hospital settings.
6. Organizes and performs work effectively and efficiently.
7. Maintains and adjusts schedule to enhance program performance.
8. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with all members of the team.
9. Maintains and promotes customer satisfaction.
10. Effectively demonstrates the mission, vision, and values of Lower Cape Fear LifeCare daily.
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