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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Palliative Care - Mercy Hospital Jefferson
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What they do
A Primary Care Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$119,787 / year median in Missouri
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy! Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Mercy Hospital Jefferson | Festus, Missouri (St. Louis Metro Area) Join Mercy's Growing Palliative Care Team Mercy Hospital Jefferson is seeking a compassionate and patient-centered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our established outpatient Palliative Care program. This is an excellent opportunity for an advanced practitioner who is passionate about improving quality of life, guiding patients through goals-of-care discussions, and providing holistic support for individuals with serious illnesses. Join a collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional, faith-based care in a welcoming community setting just outside St. Louis. Position Highlights Monday-Friday clinic schedule Clinic hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Part-time position - 32hrs/week Outpatient-focused practice Average of 8 patients per day Providers manage their own patient panel Minimal call responsibilities with infrequent urgent patient needs System-wide EMR Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vacation, 401k, and CME Relocation assistance and Malpractice insurance All patient care is delivered in the outpatient setting, with inpatient involvement limited to communication regarding outpatient referrals. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive palliative care assessments Facilitate goals-of-care and advanced care planning discussions Manage symptoms and improve quality of life for patients with serious illnesses Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members Coordinate care transitions and community resources Provide compassionate support and education to patients and families Qualifications Nurse Practitioner Master's or Doctorate in Nursing Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner Eligible for Missouri licensure Physician Assistant Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program NCCPA certification Eligible for Missouri licensure Preferred Experience Candidates should have a strong level of comfort discussing goals of care and serious illness management. Experience in hospice, palliative care, oncology, geriatrics, or related fields is strongly preferred.