Hospice RN
Description:
Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking for Hospice RN – Full Time to join our team!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Hospice RN is an experienced registered professional nurse who initiates and coordinates the hospice care plan, provides skilled and palliative care and coordinates the services provided to his/her patients. The RN works cooperatively with the attending physician, Hospice Medical Director, and other members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT). The RN participates in patient care conferences and supervises the Hospice Aides assigned. The RN regularly reviews and updates the plan of care in collaboration with the IDT. Performs prescribed medical treatments, including pain management and symptom control, conducts assessments and evaluations, provides education and supportive care to patient and caregiver.
*Hospice of the Valleys offers an excellent compensation package for full time employees, including health benefits, vacation, holiday, sick leave and a 401k plan/match.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
2. Current RN License within the State. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing a plus.
3. Minimum of one-year experience as a professional nurse within the last 3 years in an acute care setting or hospice/home health setting.
4. Demonstrated competency in performance of professional nursing functions.
5. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.
7. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality concerning patient and family information.
8. Competent using computers with knowledge of electronic medical records documentation.
9. This position requires a personal vehicle in order to perform the essential job functions. A valid California driver’s license including an acceptable driving record, and auto insurance coverage, as set forth below, are required. You will be required to travel within the organization’s area of service which includes; Aguanga, Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, and Winchester. This travel may include freeway, city and rural road travel and travel during busy commuter times.
Definition of Acceptable Driving Record
No more than three moving violations or more than one chargeable accident during the past 36 months, or
No major convictions (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, etc.) within the past seven years, or
No license suspensions or revocations within the past seven years.
Vehicle Insurance Requirements
$10,000 property damage and a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury coverage.
Drivers are required to provide Hospice of the Valleys with a copy of their automobile insurance declaration page indicating proof of property and liability coverage prior to employment and ongoing with each policy renewal period.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following non-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time. All duties are to be performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Hospice of the Valleys policies and procedures.
1. Perform comprehensive nursing evaluations.
2. Assess for signs and symptoms of discomfort including presence of pain and takes prompt and appropriate action.
3. Initiate plan of care and appropriate supervises, provides appropriate nursing follow- up to all patients. Instructs caregivers in managing patient needs and submits appropriate documentation within 24 hours of visit.
4. Coordinate all services provided to patients/families in all settings to ensure quality of care and services as well as appropriateness of care.
5. Supervise the implementation of the approved plan of care, modifies as needed, and contacts physician when appropriate.
6. Provide supervision of Hospice Aides and LVN/LPN.
7. Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, and readily accepts new admissions and emergency assignments as requested.
8. Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations.
9. Observe for safety hazards in the patient’s and organization’s environments and takes appropriate steps to reduce or eliminate them.
10. Maintain continuing education through academic studies, seminars, and workshops.
11. Attend and participate in in-services, staff meetings, and patient care conferences.
12. Completes all documentation in an accurate, legible manner and in the time frame required by standards and regulations.
**Resume' Only**Company Description
Hospice of the Valleys is honored to celebrate over 40 years of serving our community of Southwest Riverside County. With the support of the community, we have been able to provide loving care to people with life-threatening illnesses. Our belief is no one should die alone or in pain, it is our mission and our commitment to care for all our hospice patients in our area, regardless of their ability to pay.
We have been named Top Workplace since 2014, we could not do this without our dedicated, caring, and compassionate staff. We strive to keep a low caseload for the nurses, keeping the focus centered on quality compassionate care.
Our Mission is: We foster reverence for life, relief of suffering, and compassion in loss for the terminally ill residents and their families in the communities we serve. We hope you would like to participate in Our Mission with us.