Education

Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program; Master’s in Palliative Care preferred.

Experience

At least five (5) years of related experience in a healthcare environment.

At least one (1) year related experience in Hospice and/or Palliative care.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in leading, motivating and developing others
• Skill in teaching nurses, physicians and other clinical and non-clinical staff
• Skill in using computer and a variety of personal productivity applications
• Effective written and oral communication skills to communicate and relate effectively with staff, the public, physicians, and insurers
• Analytical ability in order to problem solve, develop goals, objectives, clinical protocols, critical paths, case management practices, and policies and procedures
• Able to work under varying degrees of stress and the ability to adjust to changes in the work environment
• Skill in care of patients and families with serious illness and/or end of life concerns
• Skill in applying principles and practices of integrative medicine and health
• Personal or professional experience with integrative medicine or complementary modalities

Licensures, Certifications

• Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Adult, Family or Geriatrics; Inpatient position can include Acute Care certification.
• National and State Certification as required for the relevant position (DEA, CDS)
• Completion of “healthcare provider” CPR course
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care through Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center (HPCC), Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN), or equivalent, preferred.
• Center for Advancing Palliative Care (CAPC) Designation, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to eighty percent of work time in performing duties and dealing with patients and families often during stressful situations.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature variances
• Works in Emergency Department and on Patient units in consulting role

Conditions of Employment

• Maintain current licensure and certifications as an RN/Nurse Practitioner
• Maintain CME requirements needed for licensure
• Comply with conditions of Gilchrist Agreement
• Pursue continuing education and/or personal practice in Integrative Medicine
• Complete CAPC competency within 180 days of employment