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UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Coraopolis, PA · On-site

  • Medical

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  • Retirement

Position: Palliative Care Physician * Employment Type: Full-time Position Summary: Become a vital member of a caring team focused on delivering outstanding palliative care in Pennsylvania. As a ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Bellevue, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job at a Glance: * Location: Pennsylvania * Role: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Description: Join a compassionate team ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Penn Hills, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job at a Glance: * Location: Pennsylvania * Role: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Description: Join a compassionate team ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Bethel Park, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Position: Palliative Care Physician * Employment Type: Full-time Position Summary: Become a vital member of a caring team focused on delivering outstanding palliative care in Pennsylvania. As a ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job at a Glance: * Location: Pennsylvania * Role: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Description: Join a compassionate team ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Crafton, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job at a Glance: * Location: Pennsylvania * Role: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Description: Join a compassionate team ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Swissvale, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job at a Glance: * Location: Pennsylvania * Role: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Description: Join a compassionate team ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Bethel Park, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job at a Glance: * Location: Pennsylvania * Role: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Description: Join a compassionate team ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Brentwood, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Position: Palliative Care Physician * Employment Type: Full-time Position Summary: Become a vital member of a caring team focused on delivering outstanding palliative care in Pennsylvania. As a ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Castle Shannon, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job Overview: * Location: Pennsylvania * Position: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Become a vital member of a caring team focused ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Crafton, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Position: Palliative Care Physician * Employment Type: Full-time Position Summary: Become a vital member of a caring team focused on delivering outstanding palliative care in Pennsylvania. As a ...

UPMC Southwestern PA

Palliative Care

Mount Gretna, PA

  • Medical

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  • Vision

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Palliative Care Physician Opportunity in Pennsylvania Job Overview: * Location: Pennsylvania * Position: Palliative Care Physician * Schedule: Full-time Position Description: Become a vital member of ...

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Care Synergy Network

Palliative Care Navigator

Denver, CO · On-site

$22.98 - $27/hr

  • Medical

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  • PTO

The Denver Hospice has an immediate opening for a Palliative Care Navigator. LOCATION: Denver, CO STATUS: Full-time SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm HOURLY PAY RANGE: $22.98 - $27.00 SUPPLEMENTAL ...

Care Synergy Network

Palliative Care Navigator

Denver, CO · On-site

$1.0K/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Denver Hospice has an immediate opening for a Palliative Care Navigator. LOCATION: Denver, CO STATUS: Full-time SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm HOURLY PAY RANGE: $22.98 - $27.00 SUPPLEMENTAL ...

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How much do palliative care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for palliative care in the United States is $57.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.92 and $63.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is palliative care?

Palliative care is specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness. The goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and their family by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness. It involves a team of doctors, nurses, and other specialists working together to support the patient’s needs and preferences.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in palliative care, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in palliative care often encounter emotionally charged situations as they support patients and families coping with serious illness. Managing grief, navigating complex family dynamics, and balancing symptom relief with patients’ wishes are common challenges. Effective communication, strong interdisciplinary teamwork, and access to counseling or support groups can help address these difficulties. Many organizations also provide ongoing education and peer support to help staff maintain resilience and provide high-quality care.

What career paths are in palliative care?

Careers in palliative care include roles such as palliative care nurse, physician, social worker, chaplain, and hospice aide. These positions often require specialized training, certifications, and involve working in healthcare settings like hospitals, hospices, or home care environments to provide symptom management and emotional support to patients with serious illnesses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in palliative care, and why are they important?

To thrive in Palliative Care, professionals need a strong background in medicine, symptom management, and end-of-life care, usually supported by a relevant medical or nursing degree and specialized training or certification in palliative or hospice care. Familiarity with pain management protocols, electronic health records, and interdisciplinary care planning tools is typically required. Compassion, active listening, and excellent communication are crucial soft skills for supporting patients and families during challenging times. These skills and qualities are vital to provide holistic, patient-centered care that improves quality of life and ensures dignity for those facing serious illness.

What does a palliative care worker do?

A palliative care worker provides support and comfort to patients with serious illnesses by managing pain, symptoms, and emotional needs. They often work closely with healthcare teams, assist with daily activities, and ensure patients' quality of life is maintained. Certification and compassionate communication skills are important in this role.

What is the difference between Palliative Care vs Hospice Care?

AspectPalliative CareHospice Care
FocusRelief from symptoms, improving quality of life at any illness stageComfort care for terminal patients with a prognosis of 6 months or less
Patient EligibilityAny age or stage of serious illnessEnd-of-life, terminal patients
Care SettingHospitals, clinics, homeHospice facilities, home, nursing homes
TeamMultidisciplinary including doctors, nurses, social workersSpecialized hospice team focusing on comfort and support

While both Palliative Care and Hospice Care aim to improve quality of life, Palliative Care is available at any illness stage and can be provided alongside curative treatments. Hospice Care is specifically for terminal patients nearing end of life. Understanding these differences helps patients and families choose appropriate support based on their needs and prognosis.

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Palliative Care Specialty RN

844518 - Palliative Care

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse - Palliative Care Specialty RN
Work Schedule : Full-Time, Day Shifts; (4) 10-Hour Shifts per Week
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
The Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator acts as a care coordinator and facilitator for Palliative Care Services within UT Southwestern Health System. Responsible for clinical triage, coordination of care, patient and family education and teaching, and patient and family supportive care services. The Palliative Care Nurse Coordinator will also serve as a liaison for referring physicians and nursing staff to communicate treatment plans and recommendations from the Palliative Care team. Responsible for education and teaching all staff in providing quality palliative care for the patients and families we serve.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
  • Education
    Graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program either by a governmental authority, nursing board, or a licensing authority which has jurisdiction over approval/accreditation of nursing programs (Texas BON 217.1).
  • Experience
    Recent experience in an acute care setting and
    2-3 years of experience in palliative care and/or end of life care.
    Knowledge of end-of-life care, including advance care planning, symptom management, and hospice.
  • Licenses and Certifications
    (RN) REGISTERED NURSE - Licensed as Registered Nurse in Texas Upon Hire and
    BASIC LIFE SUPPORT by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire and
    Pursuit of Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Certification within 1-2 years of employment and attainment of the necessary clinical hours
Preferred
  • Education
    Bachelor's Degree BSN
JOB DUTIES
  • Complete structured initial assessment and clinical triage of new consults for Palliative Care Program Consulting Service.
  • Delegates palliative care plan to appropriate interdisciplinary team members.
  • Performs structured nursing assessment of response symptom management using approved practice protocols in relation to treatment plans, patient and family inquiries, symptom management, psycho-social support, and education.
  • Assures that patient receives appropriate measures to control symptoms, through collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
  • Supports nursing delivery of comfort measures and withdrawal of care.
  • Collaborates care with referring teams, inpatient nursing staff, multidisciplinary team and palliative care team members to promote appropriate delivery of palliative care plan.
  • Serves as a resource to nursing staff and multidisciplinary providers such as social workers and care coordinators on primary palliative care principles.
  • Demonstrates knowledge in communication and counseling patient/family in dealing with advanced illnesses.
  • Participates in quality improvement initiatives within Palliative Care Program.
  • Other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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