RN Hospice - GIP

Southcoast Health; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Southcoast Health is seeking an RN for Supportive Care-VNA in Fairhaven, MA. The role focuses on primary care for hospice and palliative patients, with a commitment to comfort and family support.

The position operates within a caring, community-focused health system offering growth opportunities. The ideal candidate holds an active MA/RI RN license, has 2+ years of relevant nursing experience, and is BLS certified; Hospice and Palliative Certification is preferred and may be required within 2

Qualifications

• NLN-accredited nursing program required.
• Two years recent hospital/medical-surgical or equivalent nursing experience required.
• BLS certification required; Hospice & Palliative Care Certification preferred; certification within 2 years if not current.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care for assigned Hospice and Palliative Care patients and families.
• Assess, develop, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care to maximize comfort and health.

Skills

IV pump knowledge

Central line maintenance

Computer skills

Patient care

Education

NLN-accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented RN Supportive Care-VNA

$10,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)

Hours: 40hrs

Shift: Day shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm with weekend and holiday rotation

Location: Visiting Nurse Association - Fairhaven, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Under the supervision of the Director, Supportive Care Services or designee, and within agency and department policies and procedures, assume responsibility for the primary care of assigned Hospice and Palliative Care patients and families. Assess, develop, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care to maximize the comfort and health of the Hospice and Palliative Care patient and family. Responsible for identifying patient/family needs and for providing supportive care in accordance with the attending Physician*s orders, Plan of Care and Hospice and Home Care policies and procedures.

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of Nursing is required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
• Two years recent hospital, medical/surgical or other relevant nursing experience required.
• Hospice & Palliative Care Certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of I.V. pump, and central line maintenance preferred.
• Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the population of patients served.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.
• Current RN licensure in the Commonwealth of MA and RI is required.
• Hospice & Palliative Care Certification will be required within eligibility timeframe of 2 years if not certified at time of hire.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification is required
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.