APP Palliative Care Opening in Spokane, WA

**APP Palliative Care Opening in Spokane, WA**

Seeking a full-time Palliative Care NP/PA to join our team, providing palliative services in a skilled nursing facilities setting in the Spokane, WA.

* As a Palliative Care specialist you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional care to our patients.
* Collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals you will assess, diagnose, and treat patients and provide comprehensive palliative services.
* You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on patients' lives, helping them achieve improved well-being.
* Supportive and collaborative work culture, fostering teamwork and growth
* Work/life balance, with a predictable schedule
* Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to enhance patient care delivery

**Compensation & Benefits**

* Expected compensation is estimated salary range of $138,000 to $164,000 annually with no cap on productivity income potential.
* Full-time clinicians are eligible for an excellent comprehensive benefits package to include 401(k) plan, health, dental and vision insurance, long and short term disability, FSA, group term life insurance, Flex Time bank, and employee assistance program.
* Paid professional liability insurance

**Responsibilities**

* Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and symptoms
* Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with other healthcare providers
* Manage medications and treatments to alleviate pain and other distressing symptoms
* Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families
* Educate patients and families about illness progression and available treatment options
* Coordinate with social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
* Facilitate advanced care planning and end-of-life discussions
* Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed
* Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review and update patient care plans
* Advocate for patients' needs and preferences within the healthcare system
* Conduct and contribute to research in palliative care practices and outcomes

**Qualifications**

* Minimum of 2 years of experience in a palliative care setting
* Experience in managing chronic pain and symptoms related to serious illnesses
* Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
* Familiarity with electronic health records and palliative care documentation
* Training in advanced care planning and end-of-life care discussions
* Active NP/PA license and DEA for Washington state
* Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex patient cases
* Proficiency in patient education and counseling
* Commitment to continuous professional development

**Spokane, WA**
Known as the Lilac City, Spokane is just 20 miles west of Idaho and 110 miles south of Canada, It is situated between the Rockies and Cascade Mountains, which protect it from typical Pacific Northwest weather patterns. The Spokane River and its falls are a focal point for the city, which features a diverse population, rich cultural scene, and abundant recreation opportunities such as swimming, boating, white-water rafting, fishing, hiking and biking. There are five mountain ski resorts located within a two-hour drive of Spokane and the city boasts over 30 regional golf courses. The hub of the Inland Northwest for more than 150 years, Spokane offers the amenities you'd find in a large city along with the community spirit that's present in smaller towns. The city has four public school districts and is also home to a number of public and private universities. Housing costs in Spokane are significantly lower than the Washington State average, with options including everything from townhomes and condos to single-family homes and riverfront estates. Cultural attractions include several museums, a major civic theater and several smaller ones, a symphony, jazz orchestra, opera house and vibrant arts scene. Spokane features a four-season climate with dry warm summers.