What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Palliative Care position at Franciscan Physician Network?
Franciscan Health Michigan City Campus
3500 Franciscan Way Michigan City, Indiana 46360
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR :
Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner with Palliative Care experience for an Inpatient and Outpatient position to join our team at Franciscan Health Michigan City to meet the growing demands for Hospice and Palliative Care services.
WHAT WE NEED :
Ideal candidate will have past Palliative or Home Health Care experience , with a focus on clinical excellence, and patient satisfaction. Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff. Provider will need to work collaboratively with physician to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT :
- Clinic hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.
- Flexible full-time schedule
- Average outpatient volume : 12 patients per week
- Average inpatient volume : 6 patients per day
- Inpatient follow-ups and new consultations
- Will clarify care planning with patients family
- Telehealth offered
- Certification as a Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) is preferred
Eligibility to become certified within 2 years is required
WHO WE ARE :
Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients.
With 12 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care.Of our 260 locations , many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.
WHAT WE OFFER :
At Franciscan Physician Network we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full- and part-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include :
MORE INFORMATION :
For more information, please contact Physician and Provider Services Team at practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627.
WHERE WE LIVE :
Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park , Michigan City merges the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago - less than 60 miles away. Known for its miles of waterfront beaches and property, you can live in amenity rich communities where affordable living options abound. Stroll along the fresh-water beaches, harbors and lighthouses or immerse yourself in water sports . The area boasts four beautiful seasons and year-round recreational activities such as camping , hiking and biking , award-wining breweries and wineries , a charming lake-side zoo , art festivals , casino and outlet shopping mall .
Qualifications :
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED : Never or Rarely
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
