RN- Palliative Care Clinic - Baton Rouge

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Nurse to join their compassionate team. In this vital role, you will serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring that those with advanced diseases receive the highest quality of care. Your expertise will help create positive educational experiences while advocating for patient wishes. This position offers a chance to make a profound impact on patients' lives, providing empathetic support and guidance during challenging times. If you are ready to make a difference and work in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Must obtain Hospice Palliative Care Nursing certification within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity of care through smooth transitions between settings.
• Educate patients and families about palliative care.
• Collaborate with physicians to coordinate care plans.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in computer and web-based applications

Empathy and support for patients and families

Flexibility in work schedule

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Job Description: Palliative Care Nurse

At Ochsner, since 1942, our commitment remains unchanged: to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, record broken, and patient helped is because of our dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

Whether you work directly with patients or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Join Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This role functions as a liaison and communicator with patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and multidisciplinary team members, including post-acute care and third-party payers. The nurse assesses and meets the needs of patients with advanced disease and those at the end of life, providing positive educational experiences to patients, families, and healthcare professionals, including physicians and fellow nurses. Interactions with patients and families should be conducted in a positive, empathetic manner.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This description summarizes primary duties and responsibilities and is not exhaustive; contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Work Experience

• Required: 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Preferred: 1 year of palliative care nursing or hospice experience.

Certifications

• Required: Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Must obtain Hospice Palliative Care Nursing certification within 2 years of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in computer and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Flexible work schedule, including availability for weekends, holidays, on-call, and travel between facilities.

Job Duties

• Ensure continuity of care through smooth transitions between settings.
• Assess and modify care plans for palliative care patients as needed.
• Coordinate referral processes, advocating for patient and family wishes, respecting ethical principles and professional standards.
• Use resources effectively to enhance patient and family quality of life.
• Build relationships with patients and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate treatment and follow-up.
• Educate patients and families about palliative care, considering personal characteristics.
• Provide empathetic support and outreach throughout the care plan.
• Adapt communication style to respect privacy and patient preferences.
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to coordinate and communicate care plans, advocating for the patient.
• Perform other related duties as required.

All duties are performed in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. The employer maintains compliance with its Privacy & Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Physical and Environmental Demands

This role involves medium work, exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, with exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues. The employee works in patient care areas with potential occupational risks for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring adherence to safety protocols.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Note: Applicants must apply through our careers website. Remote work eligibility varies by location. For accessibility accommodations, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 or [e-mail].

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.