Registered Nurse, Homecare (Per Diem - Evenings)

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System in Rhode Island is seeking a compassionate RN to provide holistic end-of-life care within a multidisciplinary team. You will support patients and families, manage symptoms, and contribute to comfort and dignity at the final stages of life.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinicians, accurate documentation, and adherence to ethical and regulatory standards to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• RN with Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Rhode Island licensure required.
• Minimum of one year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Develop individualized care plans based on assessments, patient wishes, and directives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Administer medications and treatments to manage pain and distressing symptoms.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions to ensure comfort.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families, addressing fears and distress.
• Facilitate conversations about feelings, wishes, and end-of-life goals.
• Educate families about the dying process and what to expect.
• Provide guidance on caregiving techniques and coping strategies.
• Maintain accurate electronic health records reflecting assessments and outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and legal regulations in end-of-life care.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary

The RN plays a crucial role within the healthcare team, providing compassionate and holistic care to individuals who are nearing the end of their lives. They provide support to patients and their families during this sensitive time, focusing on enhancing quality of life, managing symptoms, and providing emotional support. The RN collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that patients receive comprehensive care that addresses their physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Develop individualized care plans based on assessments, patients' wishes, and medical directives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure care plans address comprehensive needs.
• Administer medications and treatments to manage pain and alleviate distressing symptoms.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions to ensure patient comfort.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families, addressing fears, concerns, and emotional distress.
• Facilitate open and honest conversations about patients' feelings, wishes, and end-of-life goals.
• Educate patients' families about the dying process and what to expect in the final stages.
• Provide guidance on caregiving techniques, emotional support, and coping strategies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) that reflect patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and legal regulations in end-of-life care.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

A minimum of one year's job-related experience or equivalent is required.

RI licensure required

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.