NURSE PRACTITIONER - Palliative Care (20 hours) - Henry Ford Warren Hospital

Henry Ford Health • Warren, MI

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About The Position

Henry Ford Warren Hospital is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Palliative Care to join a dynamic team focused on providing high-quality patient care. The role involves a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, emphasizing complex medical decision-making and symptom management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background in palliative care and excellent communication skills, with a commitment to patient-centered care. This position is open to new graduates and involves collaboration with a team of NPs, MDs, social workers, and chaplains.

Requirements

• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner training program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
• Certification by a certification body recognized by the State of Michigan
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Michigan, or in process of applying (must have proof of application)
• National certification as an NP
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification & ASLC
• DEA/CSL, required through credentialing
• Palliative Care board certified (or planning to become)

Nice To Haves

• EPIC Experience, preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies.
• Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and patient care.
• Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
• Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.

Benefits

• Health screen per HFHS policy
• Smoke-free environment for employees, members, patients, and visitors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed