RN-On Call Registered Nurse
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9 hours ago
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Job Summary
Position Title:On-Call Registered Nurse (RN)
Reports To:Director of Clinical Services / Clinical Supervisor
Department:Clinical Services
Employment Type:On-Call / Rotating Schedule
Position Summary
The On-Call Registered Nurse (RN) plans coordinates and provides compassionate hospice care in accordance with each patients individualized plan of care. This position serves as a critical link between patients families and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comfort dignity and quality of life at every stage.
Work Schedule
Shift:
MondayThursday: 5:00 PM 9:00 AM
Friday 5:00 PM Monday 9:00 AM
Rotation:7 days on / 7 days off
Includes:Evenings weekends and holidays as scheduled
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinate hospice care in collaboration with team members patients and families.
Evaluate the effectiveness of hospice services for patients and families on an ongoing basis.
Perform nursing assessments evaluations and informational visits as needed.
Utilize the nursing process to provide professional compassionate care.
Consult with attending physicians and the Hospice Medical Director regarding patient condition changes and care plan updates.
Triage all after-hours calls accurately and promptly based on patient and family needs.
Ensure timely visits following contact with the after-hours nurse or on-call administrator.
Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and contracted services to coordinate patient care.
Maintain complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Keep patient care plans current and reflective of ongoing needs.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) activities.
Educate patients and families on the dying process plan of care and healthcare decisions.
Provide dietary counseling appropriate to the patients condition and stage of life.
Perform death visits and participate in discharge planning per organizational policy.
Maintain current knowledge of drug therapy hospice protocols and applicable regulations.
Supervise and evaluate Hospice Aide performance every 14 days or as needed.
Ensure compliance with all federal state and accreditation standards including Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
Job Conditions
May involve high levels of stress and emotional situations.
Requires the ability to access patients homes (which may not be wheelchair accessible).
Physical requirements include walking standing sitting stooping and lifting or turning patients.
Must possess adequate hearing vision and dexterity to perform physical assessments and patient care.
Equipment Used
Computer telephone thermometer blood pressure cuff glucometer penlight hand hygiene supplies and other medical and office equipment.
Company Information
Access to confidential patient medical records is required.
Commitment to providing quality compassionate hospice care in alignment with organizational mission and values.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
CurrentRegistered Nurse (RN)license in the state of practice (no exceptions).
Minimum1 year of RN experience(hospice experience preferred).
Excellent assessment communication and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Knowledge of case management processes and hospice regulations.
Valid drivers license reliable insured automobile and good driving record.
Ability to administer medications perform medication reconciliation and carry out all nursing procedures within state scope of practice.
Demonstrated competence in all required clinical skills prior to patient care.
Join Our Team
If youre a compassionate skilled nurse seeking a meaningful role where you can make a difference in patients lives every day we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated hospice care team.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
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