RN - Hospice - PRN/ On Call

NARMC; Greenville (TX, SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to home hospice patients. In this rewarding role, you will assess and address the multifaceted needs of patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity. You will utilize your expertise in medication administration, pain management, and effective communication to enhance patient care. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative healthcare team, making a significant impact on patients' lives. If you are passionate about geriatric care and are looking for a fulfilling nursing role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have RN license and an Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• One year of previous healthcare experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to home hospice patients on an intermittent basis.
• Coordinate patient education and discharge planning effectively.

Skills

Assessment and Reassessment

Patient Education

Medication Administration

Cultural Competence

Pain Management

Emergency Response

Effective Communication

Decision Making

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

RN License in AR

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Assesses and provides skilled nursing care to home hospice patients on an intermittent basis.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of multi-system assessment and reassessment.
2. Demonstrates the ability to coordinate effective patient/family education and discharge and transfer planning.
3. Demonstrated proficiency in medication administration.
4. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of signs and symptoms of abuse and reporting mechanisms.
5. Demonstrates appropriate care in regards to patient’s cultural beliefs, values, and religion.
6. Demonstrates the use of sterile technique with dressing changes.
7. Maintains an awareness of patient’s condition and nursing care needs. Promotes care of the total patient with awareness of psychological, social, cultural, religious, and family needs.
8. Demonstrates effective pain management techniques.
9. Participates in evaluation of patient’s care needs and does care plans and updates.
10. Demonstrates the ability to coordinate each patient’s care and the role each person should play in obtaining these goals.
11. Observes patients' conditions and reports abnormal reactions and changes in patient condition to the physician.
12. Responds and performs appropriately and effectively in emergency situations.
13. Demonstrates knowledge of how to use equipment pertaining to patient care and how to maintain and clean equipment.
14. Demonstrates effective communication methods and skills using the lines of authority appropriately.
15. CPR certification and Heimlich maneuver.
16. Dresses appropriately and meets hygiene standards.
17. Demonstrates professional medical care to the sick and disabled without regard to race, sex, age, creed, religion, or inability to pay.
18. Has knowledge and demonstrates appropriate care for patients’ growth and developmental needs.
19. Follows through on tests or procedures left from the previous day and reports on any incomplete assignments to assure continuity of care.
20. Has knowledge and demonstrates appropriate care of nutritional needs.
21. Complies with NARMC HIPAA Privacy and Security policies.
22. Accurate assessment of patient care needs and eligibility for services.
23. Implements appropriate nursing intervention to meet patient needs and changed condition according to physician orders.
24. Completes the admission process timely and according to agency policy.
25. Updates and coordinates patient care in cooperation with other members of the health care team, including care conference.
26. Reports to physician/patient/family the progression of the care given to the patient.
27. Ensures the patient record documentation reflects delivery of quality and safe home care services.
28. Works closely with LPNs and home health aides providing delegation, instruction, and supervision as necessary.
29. Maintains a professional standard of nursing in the patient’s home that reflects the philosophy and professional standards of the department and regulatory bodies.
30. Demonstrates awareness of cost controls and strives to reduce department costs.
31. Supports hospital and departmental policies.
32. Maintains strict patient confidentiality.
33. Assists with orientation of new employees as requested.
34. Performs supervisory visits of home health aides.
35. Submits required paperwork accurately and timely in accordance with Agency policy and Federal and State regulations.
36. Demonstrates accurate/efficient utilization of equipment/supplies.
37. Prioritizes and utilizes time efficiently.
38. Demonstrates flexibility to departmental demands and scheduling.
39. Sound, effective decision making in all aspects of job performance.
40. Develops and maintains effective communications mechanisms with staff members and other departments of the hospital, physicians, families, and the community.
41. Demonstrates awareness of responsibility and accountability for own actions and assigned responsibilities.
42. Rotates on-call with other staff nurses.
43. Reviews departmental policy & procedures yearly.
44. Understands responsibility to report issues with privacy, fraud and abuse, compliance, and ethical conduct.
45. Communicates at an appropriate comprehension level to patients/families.
46. Reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor and ultimately to the Director of Home Health & Hospice all lapses in patient care and other employee issues.
47. Performs job duties as a team member to assure the effectiveness of, and harmony within, the department.
48. Creates a positive image of NARMC at all times.
49. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

Education:

RN licenses to work in AR. Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.

Experience:

One year previous related healthcare experience.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

BLS through American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Shall have a genuine interest in geriatrics; preferably, shall have experience in geriatric care.

Must be able to assess, evaluate, and communicate effectively.

Must demonstrate sound knowledge and actions in patient care and decision making.

BLS certification required.

Participates in continuing education to broaden knowledge and acquire skills necessary to be effective in all aspects of job performance.

Demonstrates a desire for self-improvement.

Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license & auto insurance.

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.