PRN Hospice RN - Norwalk

Constellation Health Services; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance

PTO

Job summary

Constellation Health Services seeks a compassionate Per Diem Registered Nurse to provide hospice care for patients in home settings, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing facilities. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, coordinate plans of care with families and a multidisciplinary team, and document accurately in our system.

Qualifications include an accredited RN program graduate, active state RN license, 1–2 years of RN experience, and hospice care preference.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Registered Nurse licensed in the state of employment.
• At least 1–2 years of RN experience is a MUST.
• Previous hospice care strongly desired.
• Basic knowledge of iOS operating system.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care including administration of medications and treatments as prescribed in the plan of care for patients in their home setting.
• Performs comprehensive assessments and coordinates the plan of care with all disciplines involved, including family and primary caregivers.
• Monitors and reports patient status to nursing supervisor and attending physician when changes occur.
• Participates in weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and provides updates on patient status.
• Maintains and documents all records in compliance with agency standards; uses a computer-based documentation system.
• Weekend and holidays coverage as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Hospice care knowledge

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN program

Tools

iOS basics

Job description

Constellation Health Services is looking for a compassionate and skilled Per Diem Registered Nurse to work with hospice patients and their families in their homes, assisted living facilities, and in skilled nursing facilities.Constellation Health Services was founded to be an innovative leader in the post-acute continuums by the development of core teams that embody clinical excellence, uniqueness within their communities and act with authentic intention. We believe that serving patients in the community setting is the most important activity of the organization. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of patient care with compassion and respect for each person.Responsibilities:Provides skilled nursing care including the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed in the physician's plan of care for patients in their home setting.Performs a comprehensive assessment and coordinates the plan of care with all disciplines associated with the patient's needs, including family and primary caregivers.Observes, evaluates and reports on the patient's physical and emotional status to the nursing supervisor and the attending physician whenever a change occurs.Participates in weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, providing updates on patient's physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual status.Maintains and processes all documentation in compliance with agency standardsWill utilize a computer-based documentation system and submit all required clinical documentation, time records and other required information in the required time frame.Provides input to Home Health Aide Supervisor as needed for purpose of hospice aide evaluation.Weekend & holidays coverage (as needed)What We Offer:Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), mileage reimbursement, health insurance and PTO (must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits)Opportunities for professional development and training to advance your career.Supportive and collaborative work environment that values compassion and empathy.The satisfaction of making a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.Why Constellation?Family-Centered Culture: At Constellation, we treat our team members like family. We understand that exceptional patient care starts with a happy and supported workforce.Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited RN program.Registered Nurse Licensed in the state of employment.At least 1-2 years of RN experience is a MUSTPrevious Hospice care strongly desiredBasic knowledge of iOs operating system