JOB PURPOSE:

The Palliative Care NP Program Manager works in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and Transitions in Care team in coordinating and providing care to services under the direction of the PACE Medical Director. The main function of the Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Supervisor will be to provide clinical support and coordination to palliative care participants and family members.
LOCATION: Flushing, NY
SALARY RANGE: $175-$185k
SETTING: Field/Hybrid

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Graduated from a nurse practitioner education program acceptable to NYSED or certified as a nurse practitioner by a national certifying organization acceptable to NYSED.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years as a nurse practitioner in complex care and palliative/hospice care.
• A background in managed care, digital heath or startups is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet project deadlines.
• Agility in thinking and interest in clinical programs development.
• Understanding of current principles, methods, and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment in palliative care.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively and compassionately with a diverse elderly, medically frail population with a myriad of cultural complexities and sensitivities.
• Experience with interdisciplinary team partnership and the managed care model.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with primary care providers and other members of the interdisciplinary team to provide appropriate palliative care services to participants.
• Knowledge of and experience with advanced care planning and goals of care discussions, including end of life wishes. This includes the ability and willingness to discuss symptoms, diagnoses, and prognosis clearly and openly with participants and their families.

License Registration:

• Licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in NY required.

• DEA Certification required.

• Has Provider Transaction Access Number (PTAN).

• AANP or ANCC Board Certification required.