Palliative RN-Full Time

Hospice of the North Coast; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K matching

Life insurance

Training program

PTO

Holiday pay

Employee assistance

Small service area

Job summary

Hospice of the North Coast is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse to promote hospice and palliative services within the community and to patients and families. The nurse will coordinate care, manage the plan of care, and work closely with physicians, the Palliative Medical Director, and the care team.

The role requires an active California RN license, CHPN preferred, and hospice experience. Strong communication, marketing skills, and reliable transportation are essential for success in this intimate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Current California professional license; CHPN preferred.
• At least one year of hospice experience.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medi-Cal and private insurance guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Good marketing skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Promote hospice and palliative care services to the community, patients and families.
• Initiate and coordinate palliative care plan and provide skilled care.
• Coordinate services with attending physician, Palliative Medical Director and interdisciplinary team.
• Review and update the plan of care; perform prescribed medical treatments including pain management and symptom control.
• Act as Case Manager for Palliative Care patients and provide supervision to the Palliative Care LVN.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Marketing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE, YET LARGE OF HEART

Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life?

The Palliative Care Nurse is responsible for activities and actions related to promoting the services and expertise of hospice and palliative care to the community and to patients and family members. The Palliative nurse is an experienced registered professional nurse who initiates and coordinates the palliative care plan, provides skilled palliative care and coordinates the services provided to his/her patients. The nurse works cooperatively with the attending physician, Palliative Medical Director, and other members of the interdisciplinary Palliative Care team and participates in patient care conferences. The Palliative nurse provides care, as described in this position description, to patients who have been diagnosed with a life limiting illness. The nurse regularly reviews and updates the plan of care, performs prescribed medical treatments, including pain management and symptom control, conducts admissions, assessments and evaluations, provides education and supportive care to patient and caregiver. The Palliative Care Nurse acts as Case Manager for Palliative Care patients and provides supervision and oversight to the Palliative Care LVN.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.

Credentials: Current Professional License in California. CHPN preferred.

Experience: At least one or more years of hospice experience.

Core Competencies: Knowledge of hospice and palliative requirements including Medicare, Medi-Cal, and private insurance guidelines. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Good marketing skills. Ability to respond to the needs of physicians, discharge planners, patients and family members. Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others maintaining a positive attitude.

Other: Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Health insurance coverage, Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid by employer


• Matching 401K plan


• Free Life Insurance/LTD plan


• Continuous professional and clinical training


• Generous PTO accrual


• Holiday Pay


• EAP - Employee Assistance Program


• Small service area

Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (\"protected class\"), including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, sex, religion, gender identity, national origin or disability status.

Disclaimer: For all our employees, we conduct pre-employment drug and physical tests, as well as background checks that include criminal records, employment history, education verification, and an OIG exclusion review.