Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care will provide comprehensive palliative care services to clients, ensuring high-quality and professional care. The NP will conduct patient visits for new and established palliative care patients, coordinating their care plans within the designated team. These visits will occur in various settings, including patients' homes, facilities, and hospitals. The NP will also make independent decisions regarding patients' healthcare needs and deliver palliative care services as required. The Medical Director will be available for consultation, collaboration, and referrals as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Baccalaureate school of nursing.

• Completed training in the diagnosis and management of common as well as some complex medical conditions.

• Current licensure in the State of California.

• Certification as an Adult/Family/Pediatric/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.

• Previous experience with computer-based systems is required. Electronic Medical records is preferred.

• Previous experience in hospice/palliative care, high-risk populations, including home-based care, preferred.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.

• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

Pay for this job starts at $160,680.00 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days 
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.