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Hourly Salary: about $90/hr (varies depending on years of experience)We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients with advanced or life-limiting illnesses. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with an interdisciplinary team to support patients and families during some of their most important moments of care.Position Highlights:Provide overnight coverage, handling new admissions that arrive during evening and nighttime hours.Act as the primary point of contact for nursing staff and clinical teams for urgent needs overnight.Opportunity for both part-time and full-time scheduling.Schedule Options:Standard overnight shifts: 5:00 PM 8:00 AM (some flexibility for arrivals closer to 4:00 PM).Key Responsibilities:Evaluate and admit patients referred for hospice or palliative care services during overnight hours.Manage acute symptoms such as pain, shortness of breath, agitation, and nausea to ensure patient comfort.Collaborate with nurses, social workers, and chaplains to provide holistic, team-based care.Communicate with families to review care plans, provide updates, and offer guidance on goals of care.Respond to urgent clinical needs and make timely medical decisions overnight.Document patient assessments, treatment plans, and interventions in the EMR accurately and promptly.Provide continuity of care and seamless handoffs to daytime providers.Support patients and families emotionally during crises or changes in condition.Participate in weekend day rounds, including routine visits and admissions.Ensure care aligns with best practices in hospice and palliative medicine while honoring patient wishes.Requirements:Must be a licensed NP in NY.Sensitive, compassionate, and comfortable supporting patients and families facing serious illness.Team-oriented with excellent communication skills.Experience in acute or inpatient settings strongly preferred.PAs not typically considered, though exceptional candidates may be reviewed. Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups. If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration here.