Palliative Nurse Practitioner in Santa Ana, CA

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Supportive Care Specialists | Santa Ana, CA | Full-Time | Monday–Friday Days

Schedule: Weekday daytime hours, no nights, limited weekends

Setting: Acute care hospitals and LTACs (in person)

About the Role

Supportive Care Specialists is expanding our Santa Ana team and hiring a full-time Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner. You’ll care for patients across acute care hospitals and LTACs, primarily geriatric patients with complex chronic and serious illnesses. This role suits an experienced NP who values clinical autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

You’ll guide patients and families through important care decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Round daily on patients in hospital and LTAC settings
• Provide palliative care consultations and symptom management
• Lead goals-of-care discussions with patients and families
• Develop and implement patient-centered care plans
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain timely, accurate EMR documentation

What You Need

• Active California Nurse Practitioner license
• 2+ years of inpatient hospital experience
• 2+ years of primary care experience
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to work independently

Nice to Have

• Experience in palliative care, hospice, or geriatrics
• Vietnamese speaking

Training and Support

• Structured onboarding with shadowing and mentorship
• Ongoing supervision from board-certified palliative care physicians
• Support from social workers, chaplains, and administrative staff

Why Clinicians Join Us

• High-impact role with meaningful patient interaction
• Strong work-life balance with a weekday schedule
• Full administrative and clinical support
• A growing organization with career advancement opportunities
• A supportive, mission-driven team

Pay and Benefits

• Starting at $155,000 per year, plus productivity incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed by submitting your CV and proof of licensure. Our recruiting team will follow up promptly.

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Tenured

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Nurse Practitioner: 1 year (Required)
• Inpatient: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person