*Description* Nuvance Health is seeking a full time *Palliative CareNurse Practitioner *for inpatient and outpatient office based palliative care services at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie NY. This is an employed position with Nuvance Health. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including competitive salary, generous benefits, and allowances for CMEs and Dues. ** *Job Summary:* The primary function of the Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner is to provide medical care for patients in collaboration with the physician. The NP is responsible and accountable for the clinical assessment, management, and evaluation of the adult patients appropriate for palliative care and for carrying a patient case load in collaboration with the palliative care team. The NP is expected to assess/refer patients appropriately for both the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. The position will report to the Nuvance Health Medical Group Director of Palliative Care. *Job Requirements:* * This position requires a minimum formal education of Master Degree, State of NY RN and NP license, and Federal DEA * At least 1 year experience as an NP, preferably in home based Palliative Care or Hospice Care settings preferred * Excellent communication, clinical and interpersonal skills to facilitate patient care between hospitalists, private physicians, referral and collaboration amongst other healthcare staff. * Able to work well with an interdisciplinary team. * Able to work confidently and independently. * Board Certification in Advanced Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (ACHPN) required within 2 years of hire * Willing to work Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 PM, no weekends or evenings. Willing to take rotating call. Additional duties assigned by Director and team lead. Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center has a brand new 696,000-square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, recently adding Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and childrens health services. VBMC is also now part of Nuvance Health. Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care, and two urgent care offices. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates, including the Thompson House for rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, and the Home Care organizations. The Hudson Valley boasts an excellent quality of life. From hiking, biking, and boating, to cafes, art galleries, and local farmers markets, this beautiful suburban location offers endless ways to spend your leisure time. Excellent housing and outstanding schools can be found throughout the region. The Mid-Hudson Valley is also home to many fine colleges and universities, including Vassar College, Bard College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, and the Culinary Institute of America. Only 75 minutes north of New York City, the area offers easy commuter access to the city via Metro North and Amtrak rail lines. Our vibrant cities and picturesque villages interweave culture, history and recreation in one of the country's most livable locations. ** Nuvance Health and its affiliates are Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. EOE, including disability/vets. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview,please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities. Salary Range: $123K- $138K annually We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.