Overview:St. Mary's Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary care team in Amsterdam, NY. This full-time, hospital-employed position offers the opportunity to provide specialized care focused on symptom management, quality of life, and support for patients living with serious or life-limiting illnesses. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans that address patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs while supporting their families and caregivers.
Position Highlights:- Full-time, hospital-employed position with a consistent daytime schedule.
- Improve quality of life for patients living with serious or life-limiting illnesses.
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment.
- Focus on symptom management, patient advocacy, and family support.
- Opportunity to contribute clinical expertise, staff education, and quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:- Assess patients' physical and psychosocial needs through comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the multidisciplinary team.
- Manage symptoms and treatment-related side effects, supporting patient comfort and quality of life.
- Educate patients and families about disease processes, treatment options, symptom management, and available resources.
- Facilitate communication among patients, families, caregivers, referring providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Coordinate consultations, follow-up care, and transitions between care settings to promote continuity of care.
- Document assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other clinical information accurately and in a timely manner.
- Support nursing and clinical staff through education, mentorship, and clinical guidance.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and applicable committees.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with clinical standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:Required Credentials - Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of New York prior to the start date.
Required Certification - Specialized training and certification through the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), as specified for the position.
Education - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree required.
Skills - Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, symptom management, and patient-centered communication skills. Demonstrated compassion, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Compensation & Benefits: - Base Salary Range - $130K - $150K (commensurate with experience)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plans with employer contributions
- Potential eligibility for loan repayment programs due to our HPSA designation
Complexity of WorkThis role requires advanced clinical expertise, critical thinking, and the ability to manage the complex physical and psychosocial needs of patients living with serious illnesses. Strong communication and care coordination skills are essential to support informed decision-making and ensure appropriate, patient-centered care.
Personal Protective EquipmentAdherence to Standard Precautions and utilization of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) are mandatory to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.
