Bronson Healthcare
APP Advanced Illness Management (Palliative Care) - NP or PA-C On-Call
Bronson Healthcare, Battle Creek, Michigan, United States, 49014
Location
BBC Bronson Battle Creek, BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital Title
APP Advanced Illness Management (Palliative Care) - NP or PA-C On-Call Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking to employ an inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant On-Call. Position Highlights: The inpatient Advanced Illness Management (AIM) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide palliative care to adults with advanced, life-limiting progressive and terminal illness. Candidate will provide initial and ongoing clinical assessment for patients with advanced and/or progressive medical conditions who are consulted for palliative care. The NP or PA-C will collaborate with the AIM team (social work, chaplain, AIM physician), inpatient attending physician, primary care provider, specialist, patient and their families to effectively manage the palliative care needs of the patient. Will be responsible for assessing the patient's needs, establishing goals of care as well as recommending treatments and therapies that are consistent with the patient's goals and the need to manage their symptoms. The main areas of focus are: symptom management, assistance with decision-making/Advanced Care Planning; collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to provide and facilitate emotional, spiritual, bereavement support and coordination of care until death or discharge. Coverage will be at Bronson Methodist Hospital (Kalamazoo county) and Bronson Battle Creek (Calhoun county). Qualifications: Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program Ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of recent clinical experience related to the area of practice required Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan Strong communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient-centered care About Kalamazoo, Michigan: Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, we occupy a beautiful part of the state of Michigan that offers cultural opportunities, economic diversification and very affordable real estate. With a major focus on education, there are several colleges including Western Michigan University, as well as many private and parochial schools. Graduates of the public high schools of Kalamazoo can take advantage of the Kalamazoo Promisea pledge by a group of anonymous donors to pay up to 100 percent of tuition at Michigan colleges and universities. The area offers many year-round family attractions, events and festivals for children of all ages. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating and skiing. With a variety of entertainment, quality dining, unique shops and galleries, you will find something to please the entire family. Bronson's Culture Statement: At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives and are committed to achieving that access across our health system. We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias, and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve. We are striving to employ the best teams in the communities we serve to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues, and communities. We have a strategic focus on living our values by showing respect, building trust, uncovering, and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing. We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for all, removing barriers to care, and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission that all have full and equal access to the opportunities to live healthy lives: Together, we advance the health of our communities. For more information on Bronson visit bronsonhealth.com. Interested Candidates please email CV to Hilary Wade at wadeh@bronsonhg.org Shift
First Shift Time Type
Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours
10 Cost Center
2620 Advanced Illness Management (BMH)
BBC Bronson Battle Creek, BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital Title
APP Advanced Illness Management (Palliative Care) - NP or PA-C On-Call Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking to employ an inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant On-Call. Position Highlights: The inpatient Advanced Illness Management (AIM) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide palliative care to adults with advanced, life-limiting progressive and terminal illness. Candidate will provide initial and ongoing clinical assessment for patients with advanced and/or progressive medical conditions who are consulted for palliative care. The NP or PA-C will collaborate with the AIM team (social work, chaplain, AIM physician), inpatient attending physician, primary care provider, specialist, patient and their families to effectively manage the palliative care needs of the patient. Will be responsible for assessing the patient's needs, establishing goals of care as well as recommending treatments and therapies that are consistent with the patient's goals and the need to manage their symptoms. The main areas of focus are: symptom management, assistance with decision-making/Advanced Care Planning; collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to provide and facilitate emotional, spiritual, bereavement support and coordination of care until death or discharge. Coverage will be at Bronson Methodist Hospital (Kalamazoo county) and Bronson Battle Creek (Calhoun county). Qualifications: Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program Ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of recent clinical experience related to the area of practice required Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan Strong communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient-centered care About Kalamazoo, Michigan: Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, we occupy a beautiful part of the state of Michigan that offers cultural opportunities, economic diversification and very affordable real estate. With a major focus on education, there are several colleges including Western Michigan University, as well as many private and parochial schools. Graduates of the public high schools of Kalamazoo can take advantage of the Kalamazoo Promisea pledge by a group of anonymous donors to pay up to 100 percent of tuition at Michigan colleges and universities. The area offers many year-round family attractions, events and festivals for children of all ages. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating and skiing. With a variety of entertainment, quality dining, unique shops and galleries, you will find something to please the entire family. Bronson's Culture Statement: At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives and are committed to achieving that access across our health system. We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias, and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve. We are striving to employ the best teams in the communities we serve to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues, and communities. We have a strategic focus on living our values by showing respect, building trust, uncovering, and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing. We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for all, removing barriers to care, and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission that all have full and equal access to the opportunities to live healthy lives: Together, we advance the health of our communities. For more information on Bronson visit bronsonhealth.com. Interested Candidates please email CV to Hilary Wade at wadeh@bronsonhg.org Shift
First Shift Time Type
Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours
10 Cost Center
2620 Advanced Illness Management (BMH)