Hospice Registered Nurse at Healthkeeperz

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

82000.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing License, Interdisciplinary Team Coordination, Client Assessment, Care Planning, Skilled Nursing Care, Patient Education, Advocacy, Documentation, Medication Management, Bereavement Support, Confidentiality, Active Listening, Assessment Skills, Computer Programs Knowledge, On-Call Rotation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Compensation and Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Salary Starting Pay: c.a. $75k - $82k/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, an 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 clients, families, and/or others in care techniques specific to the 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 follows 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 the 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 On-call rotation Covering counties to include: Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland, and surrounding counties. Requirements Qualifications: Active NC nursing license Function as a core member of the IDG Ability to speak in front of groups Maintain a 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 is 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 acts as a key member of the interdisciplinary team, evaluating client needs and developing appropriate care plans while overseeing care as the case manager to ensure high quality. Essential duties include coordinating services with various team members, performing skilled nursing care, providing education, and maintaining thorough documentation.