Hybrid Community Based Palliative Care Manager (Nurse Practitioner) na None

Community Based Palliative Care Manager (Nurse Practitioner)

Schedule

• Full-time, salaried leadership role

  • Your typical schedule will be Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM

• Rotating on-call duties

• Flexibility required for occasional evening/weekend needs

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Palliative Care Program Manager (Nurse Practitioner), you’ll take the lead on the day-to-day operations of our community-based palliative care program. You'll be the go-to person for staff support, patient care coordination, and quality improvement efforts—all while making sure we’re delivering compassionate, high-quality care that aligns with our mission.

This role combines leadership, clinical expertise, strategic thinking, and people skills. You’ll manage a dedicated team, collaborate with other departments, and help shape the future of our palliative care services.

Here’s what your days might include:

• Running the show: Oversee daily operations of the palliative care program—including staffing, scheduling, and patient care activities

• Supporting the team: Hire, onboard, coach, and develop your clinical team to ensure high performance and professional growth

• Championing quality: Lead initiatives that improve patient/family outcomes, resource use, and program performance

• Collaborating with access and intake: Ensure smooth patient admissions and referrals in partnership with our Patient Access Center

• Guiding the care plan: Lead IDT (interdisciplinary team) meetings, utilization reviews, and care coordination with outside partners

• Keeping an eye on the numbers: Track budgets, recommend improvements, and monitor variances

• Engaging the community: Act as a liaison to hospitals, facilities, and healthcare professionals; offer education on palliative care and billing best practices

• Planning for the future: Participate in strategic planning and help grow the program thoughtfully and sustainably

• Exploring growth: Identify and support grant opportunities and alternative funding for program development

• Staying current: Maintain your own clinical and professional knowledge—and encourage your team to do the same

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for a nurse practitioner who’s passionate about palliative care and ready to lead with compassion, confidence, and a collaborative spirit.

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

• A master’s degree in nursing and certification/licensure as a nurse practitioner (North Carolina)

• At least 5 years of experience in a palliative care setting

• Experience leading clinical teams and navigating complex healthcare systems

• A deep understanding of regulatory standards, documentation, and quality measures

• A strong nursing foundation and a knack for creative, people-centered problem-solving

• Excellent communication and presentation skills—written and verbal

• A commitment to continuous learning and team development

• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• Comfort working with all age groups, from infants to older adults

• The ability to flex and adapt: evenings, weekends, and on-call coverage are part of the mix

Bonus points if you’re certified in hospice or palliative care (CHPN, ACHPN).

A Little More About the Role

• You’ll work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

• You’ll regularly interact with patients, families, providers, and community partners

• Some travel is involved for supervisory visits or community liaison work

• You'll lead by example—always aligning with our values and mission