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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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UCHealth Medical Group and the UCHealth Palliative Medicine team in Northern CO are ready to welcome a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to their team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, interested in working part-time (0.75 FTE) and focused on excellent patient care. At UCHealth, we believe each person is extraordinary, and together, we make extraordinary possible.
- Our ideal candidate will bring a positive and caring personality, is innovative, autonomous, and a team player.
- Be based at Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, with willingness to cover Greeley Hospital and Poudre Valley Hospital, as needed.
- Palliative Care experience preferred.
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) Certification preferred.
- Family Nurse Practitioner candidates must have full prescriptive authority to be considered for this position.
- No call or nights.
- Epic EMR utilized system-wide.
We know how fast the world of healthcare is changing, and we push ourselves to stay ahead of the curve. The UCHealth Medical Group is physician led and employs nearly 1,600 physicians and advanced practice providers who aim to anticipate and address patients' every health need. We call on physicians in every career stage and specialty to lead and provide direction for the future of healthcare at UCHealth. Apply today.
This position will be open for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until a top candidate is identified.
We are unable to support visa candidates for this position.
Requirements for Physician Assistants
- Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
- Unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Colorado.
- Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) issued by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment
- Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.
- Eligible to provide services reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
- Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from either the Health and Human Services/Office of Inspectors General (HHS/OIG) or the General Services Administration's (GSA) List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.
- Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges.
- Prescriptive authority as appropriate, per medical staff service privileging process.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
Requirements for Nurse Practitioners
- Master's degree in Nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Nurse Practitioner Certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or Nurse Practitioner Certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice or compact privileges under the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact agreement
- Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges
- Full prescriptive authority
- Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.
- Eligible to provide services reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
- Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from either the Health and Human Services/Office of Inspectors General (HHS/OIG) or the General Services Administration's (GSA) List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
Exceptional Benefits
- The pay range for this part-time (0.75 FTE) position is $86,250 - $113,074 annually. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. A productivity incentive may be offered for this position.
- Relocation support may be offered.
- Paid malpractice.
- Generous continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
- 403(b) with employer matching contribution; 457(b) voluntary option if eligible.
- Exceptional health and welfare benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability coverage including coverage for eligible dependents.
- Wellness benefits.
- Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank.
- Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year.
About UCHealth
UCHealth is an innovative, nonprofit health system that delivers the highest quality medical care with an excellent patient experience. UCHealth includes 33,000 employees, 14 acute-care hospitals and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, southern Wyoming and western Nebraska. With University of Colorado Hospital on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus as its academic anchor and the only adult academic medical center in the region, UCHealth is dedicated to providing unmatched patient care in the Rocky Mountain West. Offering more than 150 clinic locations, UCHealth provides extensive community benefits and pushes the boundaries of medicine through advanced treatments and clinical trials, improving health through innovation.
Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There are no limits to your potential here.
The UCHealth Medical Group Office of Advanced Practice (OAP) actively supports the integration of APPs throughout the medical group to promote optimal and excellent patient care. We are committed to supporting APP practice and professional development while cultivating community and connection among all members of the healthcare team. We do this through bi-directional communication, mentorship, and leadership development which can lead to opportunities for APP involvement in committees and leadership positions.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Who's Hiring
- Gentiva25

- Optum9

- LiveWell Homecare Agency9L
- Affinity Health Management9

- Constellation Health Services9

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services24
- Insurance3
- Education2
- Technology & Software1
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 LiveWell Homecare Agency, with the largest share of openings in New Jersey, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 23% of palliative care nurse practitioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 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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