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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Palliative Care – Full Time in Maine
Lincoln Hospital and Mid Coast Hospital - proud members of MaineHealth - are seeking a full-time Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) to join our experienced and collaborative team. The candidate hired into this role will work jointly in both practices.
Our Palliative Care programs in Damariscotta and Bath provide specialized medical care for patients living with serious illness, focusing on improving quality of life through symptom management, guidance with complex medical decisions, and holistic support for patients and their families. You will work alongside a dedicated team of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, and chaplains who bring unique training and expertise in caring for individuals with advanced illness.
Desired Qualifications & Experience
Education/Training:
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital and Mid Coast Hospital provide expert health care services to the vibrant coastal communities of Maine. Our region is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring miles of pristine oceanfront, picturesque rivers and streams, and vast forested woodlands. Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of year-round activities to enjoy. Joining the Lincoln and Mid Coast Hospital teams means becoming part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding patient care - all while living in a region celebrated for its charm and serenity.
Lincoln Hospital and Mid Coast Hospital - proud members of MaineHealth - are seeking a full-time Palliative Care Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) to join our experienced and collaborative team. The candidate hired into this role will work jointly in both practices.
Our Palliative Care programs in Damariscotta and Bath provide specialized medical care for patients living with serious illness, focusing on improving quality of life through symptom management, guidance with complex medical decisions, and holistic support for patients and their families. You will work alongside a dedicated team of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, and chaplains who bring unique training and expertise in caring for individuals with advanced illness.
Desired Qualifications & Experience
Education/Training:
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Experience caring for medically complex and acutely ill patients.
- Eligible to obtain APRN or PA license in the State of Maine.
- DEA certification.
- ACLS and PALS certifications preferred.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital and Mid Coast Hospital provide expert health care services to the vibrant coastal communities of Maine. Our region is renowned for its natural beauty, featuring miles of pristine oceanfront, picturesque rivers and streams, and vast forested woodlands. Outdoor enthusiasts will find an abundance of year-round activities to enjoy. Joining the Lincoln and Mid Coast Hospital teams means becoming part of a community that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering outstanding patient care - all while living in a region celebrated for its charm and serenity.