Hospice Registered Nurse at Healthkeeperz

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

76000.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Active Listening, Assessment Skills, Customer Service, Nursing, Care Coordination, Education, Advocacy, Documentation, Bereavement Support, Team Collaboration, Performance Improvement, Professional Development, Computer Skills, Case Management, Communication, Confidentiality

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Compensation and Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Salary Starting Pay: c.a. $70k - $76k/year Benefits: Mileage Reimbursement 401(k) 401(k) matching Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance PTO (Vacation & Sick, accrued monthly) Nine paid holidays Purpose of the Positions: The Hospice Registered Nurse is a key member of the interdisciplinary team. The hospice nurse evaluates clients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs and develops appropriate care plans and interventions accordingly. The nurse is the case manager and oversees care to ensure the highest quality of care is maintained. Essential Responsibilities: Coordinates the care of the client and services which may include the social worker, the chaplain, in-home aide, the physician and/or a volunteer Assesses the client and family within 24 hours of admission to Hospice Provides skilled nursing care as determined by the IDG plan of care. Provides education to client, families and/or others in care techniques specific for client Serves as client/family advocate by maintaining regular communication with physicians and any other resources when needed Participates in providing bereavement support to clients and families Documents and ensures appropriate use of medications, DME and supplies Participates in weekly meetings and IDG meetings Provides an appropriate care plan and leaves in the home for other staff members and contract staff personnel Monitors the recertification/reauthorization process Accurately documents and follow through with the revocation process Reports regularly to the Hospice Administrator, client updates and reports status Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and co-workers May complete In-Home Aide annual performance appraisals and assist with yearly competency testing Participates in on-call rotation Participates in performance improvement initiatives as requested May participate in orientation of new staff May act as a preceptor for new staff Represents the nursing profession in a positive manner May participate in community educational activities as needed Promotes and participates in professional development for nursing and palliative care Performs additional duties as requested Requirements Qualifications: Active NC nursing license Function as a core member of the IDG Ability to speak in front of groups Maintain high-quality customer service approach ADN required At least one year of hospice or home health nursing experience preferred Possess active listening and excellent assessment skills Working knowledge of a variety of computer programs desired Physical Demands: Ability to sit for long periods either while driving, participating in IDG meetings, visiting clients or performing computer work. This position may require frequent bending, reaching, lifting, talking and listening.

Responsibilities

The Hospice Registered Nurse coordinates care for clients and oversees the implementation of care plans. They assess clients' needs and provide skilled nursing care while serving as an advocate for clients and their families.