Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Commonheart; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 55,696 - 64,802; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401K with Employer Matching

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Company Car

Job summary

Commonheart is seeking a licensed Registered Nurse in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive nursing care, including assessments and medication management, in a home health and hospice setting.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of nursing experience and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Benefits include health insurance, retirement matching, and a company car for those working 0.6 FTE or more.

Qualifications

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.

Responsibilities

• Identify and fulfill patient nursing needs.
• Coordinate the implementation of patient care plans.
• Provide patient education and counseling.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Education

Wisconsin Registered Nurse License

Gerontology Certification

Medical Coding Certification

Wound Care Certification

Hospice and Palliative Nurse Certification

Job description

Why Commonheart?

Make a real impact—right where it matters most. Join our growing Home Health and Hospice team and experience a career that’s as rewarding as it is meaningful.

Job Type

Full-time

About The Role

A Wisconsin licensed registered nurse who is employed to identify, provide for, and accept responsibility for the fulfillment of patient’s total nursing needs. This includes all nurse practice acts such as assessment, medication management, documentation, supervision of other nursing personnel and performing as the care manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
• Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
• Participate as part of the core team providing care and services and be designated to coordinate the implementation of the plan of care.
• Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care in accordance with current professional standards and practice.
• Provide education and counseling to the patient and, as needed, to the patient’s family, consistent with the plan of care.
• Actively participate in Home Health & Hospice sponsored in-service training, and continuing education opportunities.
• Complete all documentation in time frame determined by policy, including ongoing observation and assessment of patient / family needs.
• Lead, guide, and direct others in the provision of quality care.
• Practice infection control mitigation at all times.
• Maintain honest, open, and professional communication with others including promoting the essence of the interdisciplinary team.
• Respond by phone to patient / family calls in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Experience & Training

• Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.
• At least 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical, Home Health, Hospice, or Long-Term care nursing preferred.
• Must be sensitive to the need of older adults.
• Certified in Gerontology, Medical Coding, Wound Care (WCC), Hospice and Palliative Nurse preferred.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• 0.8 FTE (32 hours a week), or 1.0 (40 hours a week)

On-Call Requirements

• This role includes on-call coverage, with additional incentives provided.
• Up to 1 week from Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM
• Up to 1 weekend, every 4th weekend, 24-hour

Pay

$40.43 to $47.04 per hour, based on experience (Higher pay may be considered depending on qualifications and experience)

Location

Hit the road without the extra costs—this role includes travel within a one-hour radius, and a company car is provided for employees working 0.6 FTE or more.

Benefits

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Health Insurance (full-time employees only)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Benefits (401K) with Employer Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Health Screening Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount
• Referral Program
• Company Car (all expenses paid, including gas and maintenance)