Part Time Hospice Visit RN

Anchor Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Health in California is seeking an experienced Hospice Nurse to plan, organize and direct home-based hospice care. You will implement the patient plan of care, coordinate with the Interdisciplinary team and family, and communicate patient needs to physicians to support seamless care.

Requirements include NLN-accredited nursing program graduate, CA RN license and CPR certification; a minimum of one year in professional nursing, with two years in public health, home care or hospice

Qualifications

• Graduate of NLN-accredited nursing program.
• Current CA RN license and CPR certification.
• RN with at least 1 year of experience in professional nursing (last 3 years).
• 2+ years in public health, home care or hospice preferred.
• Must supervise hospice aides when needed.
• Excellent observation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to lift and transfer patients and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care using all elements of the nursing process.
• Assess and evaluate patient status and revise the care plan as needed.
• Communicate patient needs to physicians and the Interdisciplinary team.
• Develop a patient- and family-centered care plan with input from all parties.
• Complete and maintain accurate clinical notes and documentation.
• Coordinate care with community health professionals and physicians.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Observation

Care planning

Problem solving

CPR certification

Driving

Education

NLN-accredited nursing program

CA RN licensure

Job description

Description

Are you looking for a work place where you can make a genuine difference?

A Company Culture that feels supportive, genuine and appreciative of all?

Anchor Health is committed to the communities of which we serve, the patients and families we have the honor of caring for and the EMPLOYEES who have chosen us as their work family.

The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care services specific to each patient/family which includes instruction and evaluation in the home. The professional nurse is accountable to the Director of Patient Care Services for implementing the patient plan of care and communicating each patient needs to the Interdisciplinary team. The professional nurse is also responsible for communication and collaboration with community physicians as well as family members regarding individual patient care.Anchor Health offers competitive salaries, great benefits and a compassionate work environment.

Requirements

Patient Care

1. The Hospice Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients by utilizing all elements of nursing process.

2. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status

3. Follows the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.

4. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.

Communication

1. The Hospice Nurse completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.

2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.

3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of a National League of Nursing accredited school of nursing.

2. Current licensure in State of CA and CPR certification.

3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years;ORhave a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League of Nursing and a current RN license.

Minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred.

4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides.

5. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.

6. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching.

7. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.