Advancements in medical technology have prolonged life but also heightened awareness of the need for autonomous end-of-life care decision-making. Enacted in 2019, the Patient Right to Autonomy Act protects patients’ rights to express their medical preferences under specific clinical conditions. Nurse practitioners (NPs) play a pivotal role in implementing Advance Care Planning (ACP), drawing on their expertise in clinical practice, communication and coordination, advocacy, and treatment manage-ment. NPs assist patients and their families in navigating complex medical decisions, promote inter-disciplinary collaboration, and ensure the integration of patients’ preferences into clinical care. This article employs a literature review and clinical case analysis, to examine how NPs guide terminally ill patients through the completion of advance medical directives and the designation of healthcare prox-ies. The findings underscore the critical contributions of NPs in enhancing healthcare communication, minimizing non-beneficial medical interventions, and advancing high-quality end-of-life care. By strengthening the functional role of nurse practitioners, patients are more likely to receive end-of-life care that is dignified, comfortable, and aligned with their personal values.