Hospice Hospital RN

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 71,635,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay

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Retirement plan with company match

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

Corewell Health’s Continuing Care - Hospice West in Grand Rapids seeks a part-time Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate end-of-life care for patients and families.

You will develop care plans with the interdisciplinary team, advocate for symptom management, educate families, and supervise LPNs and CNAs while ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care in a sacred environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 1 year relevant experience, preferably in hospice.
• CPR certification (AHA) required.
• RN license in Michigan required.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit Patients and Families First attitude with compassion and urgency.
• Develop and adjust comprehensive care plans with input from patient/family and interdisciplinary team.
• Advocate for pain and symptom management.
• Educate and support patient/family regarding care issues.
• Direct and supervise LPN and CNA/CENA personnel.
• Administer and document medications as ordered by physician.
• Attend shift reporting and IDT meetings to communicate care decisions.

Skills

RN license (MI)

CPR certification (AHA)

Hospice experience

Nursing assessment

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

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

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

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. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
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• 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

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 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. 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. 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. 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. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.