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Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner jobs are open across health systems, hospice agencies, oncology centers, and long-term care facilities, at every level from new graduate to lead practitioner, with specializations in hospice care, pain and symptom management, and geriatric palliative medicine. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
Position Summary
The Palliative Medicine Service Community Based Nurse Practitioner reports to the Palliative Medicine Service Manager and works collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Palliative Team as well as patient’s larger health care team. Caseload consists of community based palliative patients and their families. The Palliative Nurse Practitioner provides specialty palliative care and management of the patient with serious and/or chronic illness, in collaboration with the supervising physician and through implementation of standardized procedures. The NP possesses skills and knowledge to provide excellent patient care, offers a high level of compassion and comfort discussing end-of-life issues and pain and symptom management to develop the patient’s plan of care. The NP will be responsible for coordinating community based palliative services, including provider and patient education. The NP will manage their caseload to include patient level coordination of care.
Experience
Requirements:
1. Two or more years of experience in working with patients and families on an interdisciplinary team.
2. Excellent assessment, diagnosis and treatment skills.
3. Effective communication and public relation skills.
4. Self-directed, motivated and possess strong organizational skills.
Preferences:
1. Two or more years of experience in palliative care, oncology, and/or hospice.
2. Knowledge and experience with advanced health care directives and POLST.
3. Knowledge and experience with bereavement care, working with grieving individuals and families.
Education
Master’s Degree in Nursing required- Exception Nurse Practitioners’ qualified or certified as an NP in California or any other state prior to January 1, 2008
Licensure/Certifications
Must be currently licensed in California as an NP and be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners to practice in the State of California. Certification from either ANCC or AANP as a nurse practitioner. Current RN licensure and a registered professional nurse with authorization in California to practice as a nurse practitioner in accordance with California law and be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners. A furnishing license issued by the Board of Registered Nursing and a current DEA number from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for schedule II-IV controlled substances is required. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS is required. Palliative Care certification preferred
Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
This position will require driving. In addition to a valid CA driver’s license, the following are required: Automobile insurance as required by the State of California with an acceptable driving record of three points or less, participation in the DMV pull-notice program, and an automobile available for daily work.
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Assigned Work Hours:
10 hour shifts, 8 shifts per pay period
Position Type:
RegularPay Range (based on years of applicable experience):
$88.34to
$118.15Welcome to Montage Health’s application process!
Job Description:
Position Summary
The Palliative Medicine Service Community Based Nurse Practitioner reports to the Palliative Medicine Service Manager and works collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Palliative Team as well as patient’s larger health care team. Caseload consists of community based palliative patients and their families. The Palliative Nurse Practitioner provides specialty palliative care and management of the patient with serious and/or chronic illness, in collaboration with the supervising physician and through implementation of standardized procedures. The NP possesses skills and knowledge to provide excellent patient care, offers a high level of compassion and comfort discussing end-of-life issues and pain and symptom management to develop the patient’s plan of care. The NP will be responsible for coordinating community based palliative services, including provider and patient education. The NP will manage their caseload to include patient level coordination of care.
Experience
Requirements:
1. Two or more years of experience in working with patients and families on an interdisciplinary team.
2. Excellent assessment, diagnosis and treatment skills.
3. Effective communication and public relation skills.
4. Self-directed, motivated and possess strong organizational skills.
Preferences:
1. Two or more years of experience in palliative care, oncology, and/or hospice.
2. Knowledge and experience with advanced health care directives and POLST.
3. Knowledge and experience with bereavement care, working with grieving individuals and families.
Education
Master’s Degree in Nursing required- Exception Nurse Practitioners’ qualified or certified as an NP in California or any other state prior to January 1, 2008
Licensure/Certifications
Must be currently licensed in California as an NP and be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners to practice in the State of California. Certification from either ANCC or AANP as a nurse practitioner. Current RN licensure and a registered professional nurse with authorization in California to practice as a nurse practitioner in accordance with California law and be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners. A furnishing license issued by the Board of Registered Nursing and a current DEA number from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for schedule II-IV controlled substances is required. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS is required. Palliative Care certification preferred
Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
This position will require driving. In addition to a valid CA driver’s license, the following are required: Automobile insurance as required by the State of California with an acceptable driving record of three points or less, participation in the DMV pull-notice program, and an automobile available for daily work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-AC1
Assigned Work Hours:
10 hour shifts, 8 shifts per pay period
Position Type:
RegularPay Range (based on years of applicable experience):
$88.34to
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Who's Hiring
- Gentiva27
- Optum13
- Constellation Health Services10
- Supportive Care Specialists7S
- TeamHealth6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services21
- Insurance8
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in palliative care nurse practitioner jobs.
- Active NP license and DEA registration in the state of practice
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree
- Hospice and Palliative Care certification (ACHPN) or eligibility
- Minimum two years of clinical NP experience, preferably in oncology or critical care
- Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong skills in advance care planning, family meetings, and interdisciplinary team collaboration
Tips for Your Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Job Search
Tailor your resume to symptom management
Hiring managers for palliative care NP roles look for documented experience with pain protocols, opioid titration, and goals-of-care conversations. List those explicitly rather than using generic NP language that could apply to any specialty.
Highlight your palliative care certification status
Many postings distinguish between board-certified palliative care NPs and those who are eligible. If you hold ACHPN or are working toward it, state that clearly near the top of your resume so screeners don't overlook your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists palliative care nurse practitioner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by care setting type
Inpatient consult teams, home-based programs, and freestanding hospices each demand a different clinical skill set and call schedule. Knowing which setting fits your experience lets you target listings where you're the strongest candidate.
Prepare for goals-of-care scenario questions
Interviewers in palliative care consistently probe how you navigate family disagreement over treatment decisions. Walk in with two or three concrete case examples where you facilitated those conversations and reached a documented care plan.
Negotiate call coverage and caseload expectations
Palliative care NP burnout often traces back to undefined on-call obligations and caseloads that grow without review. Ask directly how call is split across the team and whether caseload targets are written into the offer before you accept.
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most palliative care nurse practitioners?
The companies hiring the most palliative care nurse practitioners right now include Gentiva, Optum, and Constellation Health Services, with the largest share of openings in New Jersey, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with dedicated palliative care programs and large hospice networks tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many palliative care nurse practitioner jobs are remote?
About 29% of palliative care nurse practitioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most palliative care settings. Telehealth roles are most common in care coordination, advance care planning consultations, and follow-up visits for established home-based patients rather than in acute inpatient or active hospice roles.
How do you become a palliative care nurse practitioner?
You start by earning a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with an NP concentration, then obtain your state NP license and DEA registration. From there, build clinical experience in oncology, critical care, or a related specialty before pursuing the Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse credential, which requires passing a board exam administered by the Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center.
Can I get a palliative care nurse practitioner job with limited experience?
Yes, some health systems and hospice organizations hire new-to-specialty NPs into structured palliative care fellowship or mentorship programs designed for clinicians without direct palliative experience. Strong candidates typically have background in oncology, geriatrics, or the intensive care unit, where goals-of-care conversations and complex symptom management are routine. Highlighting those transferable skills in your application materials makes a meaningful difference.
What does the palliative care nurse practitioner interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen from HR or a nurse recruiter, followed by a clinical interview with the palliative care medical director or team lead that focuses on symptom management scenarios and family communication. A panel interview with interdisciplinary team members, including social workers and chaplains, is common at larger programs. Some organizations also ask candidates to present a case or complete a written scenario before the final offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to palliative care nurse practitioner jobs?
You can find and apply to palliative care nurse practitioner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing.
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