Nurse Practitioner

Silverado Palliative Coastal Valleys is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced nursing care to patients with neurodegenerative conditions and life-limiting illnesses across San Diego County. This role is central to delivering dignified, patient-centered palliative care and supporting the smooth operation of our nationally recognized palliative services program.

Clinical Setting

Silverado has been delivering exceptional palliative and end-of-life care since 1997 and is ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine's Best Workplaces in Aging Services. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team serving patients and families throughout San Diego County.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments for palliative patients
• Assess signs and symptoms of discomfort, including pain, and take prompt, appropriate action
• Initiate and manage individualized plans of care for patients and families
• Provide direct face-to-face visits for referred and existing patients
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient updates and care plans
• Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs
• Ensure all services comply with hospice standards and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing
• MSN or Doctoral Degree
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License in the state of employment
• End-of-Life Nursing Education Program (ELNEC) – all 8 modules completed within 18 months of hire
• Valid driver's license and good driving record
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive to patient locations
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must clear criminal background check, physical, and drug screening
• Comfortable working outside regular hours as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing

Schedule

PRN (Per Diem), Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with variable shifts as needed to meet business needs.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance, and Discount Programs

Additional Information

Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. For California roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing if applicable. Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization.