Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Company: HealthDrive
Location: Newington
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview HealthDrive is looking
for a Palliative Nurse Practitioner to manage the medical needs of
skilled nursing residents in both the sub-acute rehab and long-term
care units. The Nurse Practitioner will diagnose and treat health
conditions, promote good health practices, and work collaboratively
as a member of the medical staff. The APRN will also establish and
build strong working relationships with administrators and staff
throughout their designated building and will act as the primary
point of contact for emergencies and routine medical visits. The
Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for conducting physical
examinations, interpreting lab tests, and overseeing patient
health. HealthDrive provides our APRN’s with the training and tools
to do more of what you love – working independently to see patients
and treating complex medical conditions. Our comprehensive 3-week
paid training program combines classroom learning and fieldwork,
with a mentor APRN, to fully prepare you for success! Must have
Palliative care experience! HealthDrive can offer you: Opportunity
to earn 125K-200K Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits (Including
Life, LTD/STD, & Dependent Care Spending) 401k and generous PTO
Fully covered Malpractice Insurance License Renewal Reimbursement
(APRN, RN, DEA, & Controlled Substance License Renewals) Robust,
free CEU platform - accredited by the ANCC Clinical Mentorship &
Training Program No nights, weekends, or on-call Some benefits are
only available for full-time work, please inquire with your
recruiter HealthDrive delivers on-site primary/post-acute care,
behavioral health, dentistry, optometry, podiatry, and audiology
services to residents in long-term care, skilled nursing and
assisted living facilities. Each specialty offered by HealthDrive
is one that directly impacts the quality of daily life for the
deserving residents we serve. HealthDrive connects patients in need
of vital healthcare to practitioners committed to dignity and
excellence. Responsibilities The Nurse Practitioner will provide
primary, post-acute, and preventative care for residents in both
the sub-acute rehab and long-term care units. Provide primary and
preventative care for residents in an assigned facility Order and
study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.) Diagnose health
conditions and illnesses Propose treatments for chronic and
infectious diseases Prescribe medications Maintain accurate records
and schedules Inform patients about their health conditions and
prescribed medications Oversee patients’ overall health Skills
Experience in one of these Nurse Practitioner specialties:
gerontology, acute care, cardiology, internal medicine, or
endocrinology. Effective communication skills with the geriatric or
Medicare population Nursing experience in ICU/ER/SNF/PSYCH a plus
Qualifications Master’s Degree from an accredited
college/university State professional Nurse Practitioner license
Board Certification Required DEA/Controlled Substance License Valid
driver’s license Ability to work both independently and
collaboratively with on-site staff. Excellent written, verbal,
interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to use email, the
internet, and to learn other healthcare related software.
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