Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Hospice & Palliative Care
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Job description
Location: New York City & Nassau County, NY
Coverage Areas: Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens & Nassau County
Salary: $120,000–$142,000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Setting: Field-Based | Home Care, Hospice & Palliative Care
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join a well-established healthcare organization specializing in hospice and palliative care throughout New York City and Nassau County.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an NP passionate about providing individualized, family-centered care to pediatric patients facing serious or life-limiting illnesses.
The majority of patient visits will take place in the home, with occasional hospital visits and telehealth appointments as appropriate.
The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to provide symptom management, comprehensive clinical assessments, and supportive care to patients and their families.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct physical examinations, clinical assessments, and symptom evaluations.
Develop and implement individualized care plans focused on comfort, symptom relief, and quality of life.
Manage pain and other complex symptoms associated with serious or life-limiting illnesses.
Perform face-to-face evaluations to assess hospice eligibility.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
Educate and support patients and families regarding treatment options, goals of care, and end-of-life decisions.
Provide clinical consultation and guidance to hospice staff caring for pediatric patients.
Participate in staff education, training, and quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure evidence-based standards of care.
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner program.
Active New York State Nurse Practitioner certification and RN license.
Minimum of 1 year of clinical Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.
Previous experience in pediatric care, hospice, or palliative care preferred.
Strong clinical assessment, symptom management, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required.
CPR/BLS certification.
Hospice and Palliative Care certification strongly encouraged within 2 years of hire.
Flexibility to travel throughout assigned coverage areas.