Full Time - Palliative Care - Nurse Practitioner
Listed compensation
$128K
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U. S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 40 Additional Locations: Mount Holly - 175 Madison Avenue Job Information: Full-Time Nurse Practitioner – Palliative Care Location: Various | Schedule: Full Time Virtua Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our Palliative Care Team.
About the Role
Palliative care is centered on improving quality of life for patients and their families facing chronic or serious illness. Our goal is to provide comprehensive medical and emotional support that relieves sym
- ptoms and enhances comfort, helping patients feel their best every day.
About Virtua Medical Group
With over 1,750 clinicians and growing, VMG is a clinician-led organization committed to delivering exceptional patient care through advanced technology and clinical excellence. Our dedication has earned us top national quality scores and a reputation for outstanding patient experiences across all ages.
Why Work With Us? Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Paid malpractice insurance Paid vacation time CME stipend Loan forgiveness opportunities Supportive, respectful culture focused on continual learning At Virtua Health, we foster a warm, patient-centered environment grounded in clear values that guide us every day. Join a team where your expertise and compassion can truly make a difference.
Compensation
The starting salary for this position is: $128,125 (annually). The actual compensation package could vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, the applicant’s experience, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Our Culture: At Virtua, we embrace the Culture of We, where our community is our family. We believe every interaction is an opportunity to build relationships and loyalty by listening to our patients, anticipating their care needs, collaborating with care partners in our region, and engaging with our community. Virtua Medical Group treats patients of all ages with an emphasis on providing an outstanding patient experience. Conveniently located throughout four counties in Southern New Jersey, VMG offers internal medicine, primary care, urgent care, and many medical and surgical specialties. Clinicians are supported by the vast network of Virtua facilities, offering advanced diagnostic testing, outpatient surgery, physical therapy, and health and wellness centers. Hospitalization and nursing home care are also part of the care continuum. Virtua Medical Group clinicians provide the care patients need, when and where they need it. Interested in joining our team? Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to vmgrecruiting@virtua.org Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term dis
- ability and optional long-term dis
- ability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here. Be Well, Get Well and Stay Well That's our mission. We’re dedicated to offering the best quality care through our extensive range of services and facilities. Our doctors, clinical practitioners, and administrative staff are a respectful, caring team of professionals committed to providing world-class quality healthcare. We continually work to be your premier choice of health and wellness in South New Jersey.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive medical and emotional support to patients and families facing chronic or serious illnesses. They will focus on improving quality of life by managing symptoms and enhancing patient comfort within the Palliative Care Team.
Requirements
The role requires a qualified Nurse Practitioner with a compassionate approach to patient care. Candidates must be dedicated to clinical excellence and capable of working within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Palliative Care — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 49 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 22% are remote, 57% have no call, 71% require no weekends.
Nurse Practitioner pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$128k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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