Hospice Hospital RN

Spectrum Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Retirement options (401k)

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for continuing care in Grand Rapids to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate end-of-life care for patients and families. The role emphasizes a holistic, relationship-centered approach and coordination with the interdisciplinary team to provide a peaceful and dignified death.

The ideal candidate holds an ADN (BSN preferred) with 1 year of hospice experience and an MI RN license.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred for advancement.
• 1 year of relevant hospice or related field experience required.
• Experience with dying patients and their families required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and care for patients in end-of-life care using nursing process.
• Develop and adjust comprehensive plan of care with input from patient/family and team.
• Advocate for pain and symptom management.
• Direct and supervise LPN and CENA; administer medications as ordered.

Skills

Compassion

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient/family education

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Required

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Preferred

Job description

Job Summary

The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating the strategies and services required to meet the patients/family's end-of-life care needs. An outcome based plan of care is created and continually adjusted through utilization of the nursing process, relationship centered care principles, and holistic philosophy, assuring that the changing needs of the patient/family are met while facilitating a pain‑free, peaceful, sacred death.

Essential Functions

• Exhibit “Patients and Families First” attitude.
• Responds with compassion, flexibility and urgency to each patient need.
• Provides the care that patients want, when they want it.
• Develop a comprehensive plan of care that addresses physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual needs of the patient/family with input from the patient/family and the interdisciplinary team.
• Evaluate this plan and makes interventions as necessary.
• Advocate for pain/symptom management.
• Educate and provide the support to patient/family regarding care issues.
• Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service.
• Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Service Standards and Code of Conduct.
• Direct and supervise LPN and CENA.
• Administer and document medications/treatments as ordered by the physician according to policies in an accurate and timely manner.
• Identify and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Attend shift reporting and IDT meetings as necessary to facilitate communication of decisions related to the patients care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Nursing (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree Nursing (Preferred)
• 1 year of relevant experience experience, preferably in hospice or related field. (Required)
• Experience with dying patients and their families. (Required)
• Preferred LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan required
• CRT-CPR - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
• Squat: Seldom
• Stair Climbing: Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
• Driving: Occasionally
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
• Visual Acuity 1 [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
• Learn more here.

Primary Location SITE - Continuing Care - 1239 E Beltline Ave NE - Grand Rapids
Department Name Shared Services Hospital Liaisons - Hospice West
Employment Type Part time
Shift Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours 24 Hours of Work 8am-8:30pm
Days Worked variable
Weekend Frequency Every third weekend

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community.

We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.