Hospice RN Per Diem

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey; West Caldwell (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,104,000 - 75,768,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is seeking a per diem RN Case Manager in West Caldwell, NJ. The RN will oversee a primary caseload of Hospice patients, providing essential skilled nursing care while ensuring compliance with various standards and regulations.

The position requires effective communication and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, delivering compassionate care to patients and families. Flexible scheduling options are available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred.
• NJ RN Licensure in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee primary caseload of Hospice patients.
• Provide skilled professional nursing care according to standards.
• Collaborate to develop the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team plan of care.
• Teach and counsel patients and family members on nursing care.

Skills

Professional attitude

Effective communication

Positive interaction with team

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN)

NJ RN Licensure

Job description

Per diem RN Case Manager

Pay rate: up to $47 per hour.

The Hospice RN will oversee primary caseload of Hospice patients and provide skilled professional nursing care to them, their families, and caregivers as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, New Jersey Hospice licensure laws, accrediting body standards, and agency policies and procedures. The RN provides the initial assessment, comprehensive nursing assessment, and identification of problems for each patient; reassesses nursing needs, and collaborates to develop the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) plan of care. The RN implements the plan of care, reevaluates and revises the plan relative to the patient’s nursing needs to provide appropriate, comprehensive, and responsive goals and interventions. The RN teaches, supervises, and counsels the patient, family members, and staff regarding nursing care and the patient's needs, including related problems of the patient at home. The RN works closely with other members of the IDT to ensure all patient and family care needs are met and provides supervision to Hospice Aides/Homemakers.

Education / Training / Certifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred.
• NJ RN Licensure by the NJ State Board of Nursing in good standing.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with NJ state requirements.

Skills

• Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor.
• Communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co‑workers and all others.
• Demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm, and willingness to work constructively with other health care team members and reflect concern for the well‑being of patients and employees.
• Interact with all staff in a positive fashion supporting the mission and vision of LSMNJ.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year general nursing preferred with current hospice, home health, medical, surgical or critical care experience.
• Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting.
• Understanding of Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling on a per diem basis.