AHMG Palliative Care - APRN or PA-C

Advent Health Kansas City, a leading faith based, not-for-profit health system, is seeking an experienced Palliative Care Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to provide coverage at our hospitals in the Kansas City Metro.

• Collaborate with an experienced Palliative Care physician
• 0.5 FTE (approximately 2.5 days per week)
• Primary Campus: AH Shawnee Mission
• Telehealth support provided to AH South Overland Park, AH Lenexa City Center and AH Ottawa
• EMR Epic

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical examination, and evaluation of care needs
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies as appropriate
• Develop and manage treatment plans within scope of practice, including prescriptive authority
• Provide symptom management and supportive care for patients with serious illness
• Educate and counsel patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment options, goals of care, and available resources
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards

• Board-certified APRN or PA-C
• At least 1 year prior experience in related specialty
• Kansas licensure (or eligibility for licensure)
• Strong communication skills and a passion for compassionate patient care

• Base Salary (Exempt)
• Retirement program comprised of a 403(b) matching account and a 457(b) deferred compensation savings plan
• Offerings include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability coverage
• Generous continuing medical education (CME) allowance