Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Opportunity
Experienced professionals in advanced palliative care are sought after to provide high-quality support to older adults residing in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) across the Mona Vale region.
This position requires a skilled and experienced Nurse Practitioner who can conduct comprehensive assessments, develop holistic management plans, and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to patient needs. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading advance care planning and optimizing symptom management across physical, psychological, social, and spiritual domains.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Nurse Practitioner and have completed tertiary requirements. They must also have demonstrated clinical competency in advanced practice management in Supportive and Palliative Care and specific interest in aged care. Additionally, they should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing advanced palliative care support to older people residing in RACFs
* Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized management plans
* Prescribing evidence-based therapeutic interventions
* Leading advance care planning and optimizing symptom management
* Collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure seamless care delivery
Requirements:
* Master's Degree in Nurse Practitioner from an accredited institution
* Completed tertiary requirements including postgraduate education and training
* Demonstrated clinical competency in advanced practice management in Supportive and Palliative Care and specific interest in aged care
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment
* Professional development opportunities and continuing education
* Competitive salary and benefits package