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Palliative Advanced Practice Provider - Hospital Based

CompanyAlive
LocationNashville
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 7, 2026
About The Company
Alive is the only nonprofit provider of hospice care and end-of-life services in Middle Tennessee. Its mission is to provide loving care for people with life-threatening illnesses, support to their families, and service to the community in a spirit of enriching lives. This includes in-home and in-patient hospice care, grief support, advance care planning, outreach, support to underserved communities, education, financial assistance, a comprehensive volunteer program, and professional training through the Alive Institute. A pioneer in the “good death” movement, Alive established the third hospice in the nation in 1975. Today, it remains true to its roots as an innovator and leader, helping individuals Adapt to Life Limiting Illnesses Very Effectively (ALIVE). To learn more or volunteer, visit AliveHospice.org or call 615-327-1085. Facebook | facebook.com/alivehospice Twitter | twitter.com/alivehospice YouTube | youtube.com/alivehospice
About the Role

Description


Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider - Hospital Based


Location: TriStar Centennial Medical Center, Nashville TN

Status: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 40 hours/week

Reports to: Vice President, Clinical Operations & Palliative Care



About This Role

Join Alive, Middle Tennessee's original hospice and a trusted leader in end-of-life care for 50 years, as a Palliative Care APP embedded at TriStar Centennial Medical Center. You'll serve as an inpatient palliative care consultant, helping patients and families navigate complex illness through expert symptom management, goals-of-care conversations, and advance care planning. This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with a single hospital team, grow your own referral base, and practice at the top of your license with the backing of a respected, mission-driven organization.


What You'll Do

  • Provide palliative care consultations alongside hospital medical teams, managing symptoms related to acute and chronic conditions
  • Lead compassionate conversations with patients and families about goals of care, prognosis, and treatment options
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and case managers
  • Build and nurture referral relationships within your assigned hospital
  • Order and interpret labs, imaging, and medications; document thoroughly in the medical record
  • Serve as a resource and mentor to students, residents, and new team members

Why Alive

  • Mission that matters: For 50 years, Alive has helped Middle Tennesseans live fully and die with dignity. You'll be part of that legacy.
  • Autonomy with support: Practice independently while backed by experienced physicians and a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
  • One campus: This role is assigned to Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown. Opportunities to float may arise.
  • Room to grow: Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and specialty certification support.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous PTO
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • CME allowance and certification support
  • Strong work life balance

Requirements


What You Bring

  • Graduate of an accredited NP, CNS, or PA program
  • Active, unrestricted Tennessee license and national certification
  • Unrestricted DEA
  • Valid driver's license and insurance

Preferred:

  • Experience in hospice, palliative care, ICU, or inpatient acute care
  • ACHPN or HPCC certification (or willingness to pursue)
We welcome candidates with strong acute care backgrounds who are ready to transition into palliative medicine. We'll support your growth.


Key Skills
Palliative CareHospice CareSymptom ManagementGoals-of-Care ConversationsAdvance Care PlanningConsultationCare PlanningReferral Relationship BuildingLab InterpretationImaging InterpretationMedication ManagementMedical DocumentationMentorshipNP CertificationPA CertificationCNS Certification
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid Time Off403(b) Retirement PlanEmployer MatchCME AllowanceCertification Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Advanced Practice Provider will provide inpatient palliative care consultations, managing symptoms related to acute and chronic conditions alongside hospital medical teams. Key duties include leading compassionate conversations with patients and families regarding goals of care, prognosis, and treatment options, and developing individualized care plans.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
280
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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