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The provider will deliver high-quality palliative and hospice care to both inpatient and outpatient populations. Responsibilities include conducting new consultations, managing follow-ups, and coordinating care plans with patients and their families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a Master's degree and BLS certification. Certification as a Hospice and Palliative Nurse is preferred, or eligibility to become certified within two years is required.
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Job description
Franciscan Health Michigan City Campus 3500 Franciscan Way Michigan City, Indiana 46360 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with Palliative Care experience for an Inpatient and Outpatient position to join our team at Franciscan Health Michigan City to meet the growing demands for Hospice and Palliative Care services.
WHAT WE NEED: Ideal candidate will have past Palliative or Home Health Care experience, with a focus on clinical excellence, and patient satisfaction.
Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff.
Provider will need to work collaboratively with physician to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: Clinic hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Flexible full-time schedule Average outpatient volume: 12 patients per week Average inpatient volume: 6 patients per day Inpatient follow-ups and new consultations Will clarify care planning with patient’s family Telehealth offered Certification as a Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN®) is preferred Eligibility to become certified within 2 years is required WHO WE ARE: Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care system with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana.
Franciscan is known for our mission of caring.
Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients.
With 12 hospitals, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest.
Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers.
Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care.
Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.
Indiana was recently ranked the #2 Best State to Practice Medicine, reflecting the supportive environment our physicians experience every day, including competitive compensation, a favorable malpractice climate, and an affordable cost of living.
It’s an ideal place to build a rewarding, sustainable career while serving communities that truly value their caregivers.
What We Offer
At Franciscan Physician Network we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full- and part-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include: Competitive compensation, including income guarantee, with bonus incentives Generous recruitment bonus program including relocation allowance; commencement and retention packages Paid malpractice 27 days of Allowed Time Off plus five additional paid days for CME with annual stipend Full benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), 401(a) Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability Leadership development through board and committee opportunities MORE INFORMATION: For more information, please contact Physician and Provider Services Team at practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627. WHERE WE LIVE: Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, Michigan City merges the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago – less than 60 miles away. Known for its miles of waterfront beaches and property, you can live in amenity rich communities where affordable living options abound. Stroll along the fresh-water beaches, harbors and lighthouses or immerse yourself in water sports. The area boasts four beautiful seasons and year-round recreational activities such as camping, hiking and biking, award-wining breweries and wineries, a charming lake-side zoo, art festivals, casino and outlet shopping mall.
Qualifications
Master's Degree - Required Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C) – Required - or Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Nationally Recognized Certification - Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association - Required TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
