Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Palliative
Overland Park, Kansas, United States · On-site
Entry level
At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
Skills: Palliative Care, Symptom Management, Patient History, Physical Exams, Advance Care Planning
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Palliative
Overland Park, Kansas, United States · On-site
Entry level
At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
Skills: Palliative Care, Symptom Management, Patient History, Physical Exams, Advance Care Planning
At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
Skills: Patient Assessment, Chronic Disease Management, Care Coordination, Preventive Care, Patient Education
At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - $5k Sign On Bonus
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At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
Skills: Patient Assessment, Chronic Disease Management, Care Coordination, Preventive Care, Patient Education
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - $5k Sign On Bonus
Des Moines, Iowa, United States · On-site
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At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
Skills: Patient Assessment, Chronic Disease Management, Care Coordination, Preventive Care, Patient Education
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At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer se…
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Fri/Sat/Sun
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Fri/Sat/Sun
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - $10k Sign On Bonus
Waterloo, Iowa, United States · On-site
Mid level
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Palliative
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Full-time
postgraduate degree
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) With Company Match, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability
Posted 55d ago
Apply by Jun 19
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, specialized care to hospital patients with advanced or life-limiting illnesses, focusing on symptom management and goals of care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient-centered care and guide families through advance care planning.
Requirements
Requires a valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license, board certification, and a Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies. Prior hospital RN experience in ER or ICU settings is strongly preferred for new graduates.
Full job description
At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it.
As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities.
Founded in 2021, we've grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for.
Ranked #147 on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies, we're just getting started. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you're in the right place—and we look forward to working with you.
For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com.
Summary
As an Inpatient Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, you will provide compassionate, specialized care to patients admitted to the hospital who are living with advanced or life-limiting illnesses. This role focuses on meaningful conversations about goals of care, expert symptom management, and ensuring patients and their families feel supported, informed, and respected throughout their journey.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Deliver compassionate, expert care by completing patient histories, physical exams, and care plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Facilitate meaningful conversations with patients and families to establish goals of care and ensure choices are clearly documented and honored.
Guide advance care planning, including completion of advance directives and POLST forms.
Provide symptom relief for pain, fatigue, shortness of breath, anxiety, nausea, and other distressing symptoms using pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches.
Collaborate daily with the hospital’s interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
Educate patients, families, and hospital staff on palliative care principles, treatment options, and next steps in care.
Exercise autonomy in decision-making, serving as a trusted resource for patients, families, and colleagues.
Maintain accurate documentation in medical records while ensuring compassionate communication at every touchpoint.
What We Offer
We know that caring for seniors takes more than just medical expertise—it takes support, tools, and opportunities to grow. That’s why Curana offers:
Unlimited earning potential with competitive compensation models.
Autonomy of practice backed by strong clinical and administrative support.
Cutting-edge care model that empowers you to transform senior healthcare.
Data-driven tools & AI solutions to better understand and manage patient needs.
Streamlined communication with smart texting and modern tech platforms.
Professional development, including CME support
Quality incentives with bonuses tied to patient outcomes and care excellence.
Work-life balance supported by generous paid time off.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
Comprehensive malpractice coverage
UpToDate subscription for clinical decision support
Full-time employees are eligible for Curana Health’s full benefits package. Part-time employees may be eligible for limited benefits as applicable.
Qualifications
Valid nurse practitioner or physician assistant license in state of operations & current board certification in your field
Masters Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
Open to new graduates with prior hospital RN experience strongly preferred, ideally in ER or ICU settings.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills preferred.
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
Must possess traits of punctuality, organizational skills, and ability to function within a team.
This role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on the amount of travel required, Curana may in future determine that a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required. If so, you will be provided with thirty (30) days notice of this requirement. From that time forward, please be advised that Periodic motor vehicle (MVR) checks may be conducted as a condition of, and/or for, continued employment.
A national leader in value-based care, Curana Health is on a mission to improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults across the country.
Founded in 2021, the organization offers senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions that are proven to enhance health outcomes, improve operational efficiency, and provide new financial opportunities aligned with high-quality care.
Through an integrated approach that includes a national medical group (providing on-site primary care services), Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans, Curana Health supports 200,000+ seniors residing in 2,000+ senior living communities/skilled nursing facilities across 33 states.
Backed by state-of-the-art technologies, robust analytics, and strong partnerships, Curana Health aligns clinical excellence with financial performance, helping senior housing operators thrive in value-based care models while delivering meaningful results for their residents and patients.
To learn more, visit CuranaHealth.com.
A national leader in value-based care, Curana Health is on a mission to improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults across the country.
Founded in 2021, the organization offers senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions that are proven to enhance health outcomes, improve operational efficiency, and provide new financial opportunities aligned with high-quality care.
Through an integrated approach that includes a national medical group (providing on-site primary care services), Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans, Curana Health supports 200,000+ seniors residing in 2,000+ senior living communities/skilled nursing facilities across 33 states.
Backed by state-of-the-art technologies, robust analytics, and strong partnerships, Curana Health aligns clinical excellence with financial performance, helping senior housing operators thrive in value-based care models while delivering meaningful results for their residents and patients.
To learn more, visit CuranaHealth.com.