Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Job Description

Join the Munson Healthcare Palliative Care Team!

Summary:
Munson Healthcare is seeking a committed and compassionate Hospice and Palliative Medicine APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our expanding palliative care team in Traverse City, Michigan. This is an exceptional opportunity for an advanced practice provider with a strong work ethic and dedication to clinical excellence in inpatient palliative medicine. The ideal candidate will join a team of experienced, collaborative, and proactive healthcare providers, clinicians, and support staff dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to the patients and families living with complex, serious illness.

Position Duties/Highlights Include:

Part-time position
3 days per week
Provide expert management of complex symptoms in patients with serious, life-threatening, and life-limiting illnesses, including pain, dyspnea, nausea, anxiety, and depression
Deliver meticulous, evidence-based symptom control with attention to patient comfort and quality of life
Engage in clear, compassionate, and effective communication with patients and families regarding serious illness, prognosis, goals of care, and treatment preferences
Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to support holistic patient care, including psychosocial and emotional needs
Coordinate complex care across healthcare settings, ensuring continuity and alignment with patient goals

Standard Qualifications:

Education / Training:
- Master’s Degree in Nursing OR Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies
Work Experience:
- Previous experience in IP care desirable
- Previous experience in Palliative Medicine preferred
Certification, Licensure, Registration:
- State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license required
- Active DEA registration required, with the ability to prescribe controlled substances in accordance with federal and state regulations

Core Competencies:

Strong fund of knowledge in managing complex symptoms associated with serious illness
Foundational expertise in the management of pain, shortness of breath, nausea, and mood-related symptoms including anxiety and depression
Demonstrated skill in serious illness communication with patients and families
Ability to coordinate complex, multidisciplinary care within healthcare systems

EHR:

Oracle Health

The Benefits of Working at Munson:

Competitive market-based compensation
Full benefits, paid holidays, and generous paid time off
CME allowance
Professional liability coverage
Sign-on bonus
Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting
Wellness plans, employee assistance program, and employee discounts

Find more than your next job. Find your community.

We’re northern Michigan’s largest healthcare system and are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. Our patients are often our family, friends, and neighbors—making it especially meaningful to care for them. Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers by State (2022), Munson Healthcare is committed to your ongoing growth and professional development.

After work, you’ll find year-round activities including beaches, outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, world-class wineries, arts, and entertainment.

As a non-profit healthcare system, Munson Healthcare provides $65 million in healthcare programs and education, along with free, discounted, and unreimbursed services.

Munson Healthcare by the Numbers:

8 hospitals
694 licensed acute care beds
212 licensed long-term care beds
7,500 employees
1,000 physicians
63 specialties
540,000 residents served
Coverage area of 14,667 square miles
Home Health and Hospice services across 29 counties

Why Choose Munson Healthcare:

Balance – Access to outdoor recreation, water, trails, and vibrant local life
Opportunity – Growth within northern Michigan’s leading healthcare system
Flexibility – A career that evolves with your life
Teamwork – A collaborative and supportive work environment

About Traverse City, Michigan:
Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City is a vibrant four-season community known for its natural beauty and quality of life. Highlights include:

Outdoor recreation: skiing, hiking, biking, boating, and golf
Cultural attractions: National Cherry Festival, arts scene, wineries, and dining
Excellent schools
Regional airport with direct flights to major cities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Munson Healthcare grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.

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