General Inpatient (GIP) Hospice RN

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Spring Hollow (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alternate Solutions Health Network seeks a Hospice, General InPatient Nurse-Case Manager to deliver compassionate end-of-life care within the Metro Indianapolis area. You will assess patients, coordinate care with the Attending Physician or Medical Director, and help families navigate transitions with sensitivity.

We offer flexible schedules (3x12s 8-8, or 4x10s 8-6) with weekend options, competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, life insurance and EAP.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with appropriate state licensure.
• Inpatient hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Plan of Care to achieve comfort and safe death, family support.
• Educate and advocate for families respecting beliefs and culture.
• Complete clinical documentation per agency policy and Medicare guidelines.
• Coordinate with attending physicians and care team for transitions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings for patient/family needs.

Skills

Compassionate communicator

Patience

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

RN license

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY. Company: Redcrest Hospice Schedule: 3x12s (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) or 4x10s (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM). Choose the schedule that fits your lifestyle. Weekend option available. Location: IU hospitals in the Metro Indianapolis area

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as a Hospice, General InPatient Nurse-Case Manager. You'll help deliver care in a holistic, family-centered manner anticipating, preventing and treating undesirable symptoms or secondary symptoms.

WHAT WE OFFER

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.
• Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

HOW YOU'LL WORK

You will be responsible for providing end-of-life care and Hospice services to patients in the Health System Inpatient Hospice setting in a manner consistent with standards of practice. You will assist in determining the need to change the level of care based upon assessment and collaboration with the Attending Physician or Medical Director.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Plan of Care Implement care to achieve outcomes of comfortable and safe dying, self-determined life closure and effective grieving for patient and family.
• Family Educator/Advocate Maintain the dignity of the dying patient while supporting their unique spiritual and cultural beliefs, provide appropriate support at the time of death, including disposition of medications, notification of funeral home, etc. according to agency policy.
• Policies Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Communication Provide referral sources with information on hospice programs and the coordination of patient care for optimal transition from the hospital to discharge destination in a hospice care setting wherever the patient calls home.
• Operations Attend interdisciplinary team meetings for full team discussions, consultation and evaluation of patient/family needs.

HARD & SOFT SKILLS

• Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude.
• Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
• Independent worker with demonstrated skills in patient care and education.
• Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Nurse within the state of employment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum 3 years inpatient clinical experience, preferably hospice.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver.
• Capable of all physical demands.

We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family. #INDREDHOS1 We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASHN will never ask, nor require a candidate to provide money for work equipment and network access during the application process. If you become aware of any instances where you as a candidate are asked to provide information and do not believe it is a legitimate request from Humana or affiliate, please contact [e-mail] to validate the request.

Alternate Solutions Health Network collaborates with health systems in joint venture partnerships to create a post-acute care solution to deliver efficient centralized operations that is patient focused. Our company has been dedicated, since the very beginning, to transforming the quality of care for our team and our patients.