Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner- Bergen County
Listed compensation
$80 - $85 Hourly
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039Salary Range: $80.00 - $85.00 Hourly
About Us
We are a compassionate, patient-centered medical practice based in Livingston, NJ, specializing in mobile healthcare services. Our dedicated team delivers high-quality palliative care directly to patients in private homes and assisted living facilities throughout the region.
We believe in dignity, comfort, and continuity of care—wherever our patients call home. Role Overview We’re looking for a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a background in Palliative Care to join our mobile medical team.
This position involves traveling to Private Homes and Assisted Living Facilities throughout Bergen County and nearby areas to support patients with serious illnesses by managing chronic and acute conditions, prioritizing comfort, quality of life, and symptom relief.
The role offers independent practice with flexible scheduling, backed by a supportive and collaborative clinical team, while building meaningful relationships with patients and their families.
Responsibilities Provide comprehensive palliative care to patients with chronic or life-limiting illnesses Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and manage symptoms Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and facility staff to ensure continuity of care Educate patients and families on disease progression, treatment options, and end-of-life planning Document visits and maintain accurate medical records in compliance with regulatory standards Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state of New Jersey Certification in palliative care, oncology or relevant experience strongly preferred Minimum of 1 years clinical experience in geriatrics, hospice, or chronic disease management Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and travel to patient locations Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
What We Offer
Competitive hourly rate Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) 401(k) Paid time off (PTO) and Sick Time Flexible scheduling within daytime hours Supportive team environment with clinical oversight
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive palliative care to patients with chronic or life-limiting illnesses by conducting assessments, managing symptoms, and developing care plans. This involves collaborating with physicians and staff while educating patients and families on disease progression and end-of-life planning.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an active Nurse Practitioner license in New Jersey, with certification in palliative care or relevant experience strongly preferred. A minimum of one year of clinical experience in geriatrics, hospice, or chronic disease management is required, along with reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Palliative Care — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$172k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $158k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Life Tech holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 3 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in palliative care (np) | ranked against 262 Palliative Care (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$158k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Palliative Care listings in New Jersey | 13 active | 271 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 24% remote · 76% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New Jersey Nurse Practitioner listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment396 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Palliative Care pay trend | −4.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Life Tech | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index3 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner- Bergen County at Life Tech a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Palliative Care (NP) — ranked against 262 active Palliative Care (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts, flexible scheduling.
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- No nights
About Life Tech
Benefits & Perks
Living in Livingston
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $909k
- Typical market rent
- $4,260/mo
- State income tax
- Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.