Nurse Practitioner- San Diego

Join Silverado Palliative Coastal Valleys covering San Diego County and be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services™. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life-limiting illnesses through our Palliative services. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring a Nurse Practitioner – a compassionate and skilled clinician who provides advanced nursing care, supports patients and families through end-of-life journeys, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. This role is essential to delivering dignified, patient-centered care and supporting the smooth operation of our Palliative program.

Be a Difference-Maker with a Palliative Care Leader

You lead with clinical expertise, empathy, and professionalism. You’re a strong communicator who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You’re passionate about improving quality of life for patients and families while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

What You’ll Be Doing

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 (if applicable)

Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs

Ensure all services comply with hospice standards and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing

MSN or Doctoral Degree required

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

Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing preferred

Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Must clear criminal background check, physical, and drug screening

Comfortable working outside regular hours as needed

Why Choose Silverado?

Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™

Certified Great Place to Work®

Paid training and strong internal mobility

Schedule: PRN (Per Diem), Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, variable shifts as needed to meet business needs

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Anticipated pay range$75—$80 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance

Referral program

Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

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Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

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