Registered Nurse - Casual PRN

Ecumen; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 52,348 - 60,614; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off for Sick & Safe time

Employee Assistance Program

Well-being resources

Job summary

Ecumen Hospice in Minnesota seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver patient care, triage needs by phone, visit patients with changing conditions, and perform admissions as needed. The role is on-call/casual with 8:00am-4:30pm shifts when available.

The ideal candidate is a licensed RN with post-acute care experience, able to communicate effectively, and comfortable working in a team-focused hospice environment offering compassionate care and support to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
• 1 year of nursing experience in post-acute care setting.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse within the state in which working and must maintain licensure.
• Valid driver's license, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Follow safety rules, HIPAA, OSHA, and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Receives and responds to phone calls during assigned shifts as well as making visits to patients with changing conditions and completing weekend admissions.
• Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Assesses and evaluates patient's status by writing and initiating plan of care, regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs, and participating in revising the plan of care as necessary.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician's plan of care. Records pain and/or symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Communicates with the physician regarding patient needs and reports changes in the patient's condition; seeks physicians' orders as required.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN program accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care including triaging patient needs over the phone, making visits to patients with changing conditions, and performing admissions as necessary.

About Us:

Ecumen Hospice is a non‑profit, Medicare-certified hospice that has been providing life-honoring care in Minnesota for almost 30 years. We serve those who are experiencing a life-limiting condition and the people that are closest to them, through a comprehensive offering of services which include but are not limited to: physician oversight, nursing, social work, spiritual care, hospice aide assistance, music therapy, massage therapy, volunteer services, pet therapy, and bereavement care.

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Opportunity Details:

• Schedule:
  • On Call / Casual / PRN / Pick up shifts as they become available.
  • Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm
  • Minimum Requirement - 2 full shifts per month
• Pay:
  • The targeted pay range for this job is $38.50 to $43.50 per hour.
  • Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
• Benefits:
  • Team members working casually/on-call are eligible for paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Receives and responds to phone calls during assigned shifts as well as making visits to patients with changing conditions and completing weekend admissions.
2. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness.
3. Assesses and evaluates patient's status by writing and initiating plan of care, regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs, and participating in revising the plan of care as necessary.
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.
5. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician's plan of care. Records pain and/or symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
6. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Communicates with the physician regarding patient needs and reports changes in the patient's condition; seeks physicians' orders as required.
7. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.

Driving Requirements:

Local Travel and Driver's License Required

Registered Nurse HSP Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program
• 1 year of nursing experience in post-acute care setting
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse within the state in which working and must maintain licensure.
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Home Care, Bill of Rights, OSHA, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, Right to know, and SDS, ADA HUD policy and procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing
• One year nursing experience in Hospice

Licenses & Certifications

Registered Nurse (required)

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