RN Weekend Baylor

Overlook Mass; Charlton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Registered Nurse, Baylor, where you will provide individualized nursing care to hospice patients. This role involves working twelve-hour shifts on weekends, offering a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in patients' lives. You will assess health problems, develop care plans, and provide direct nursing care while collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals. This position not only emphasizes clinical excellence but also values strong communication and customer service skills. If you are dedicated to enhancing patient care and have a passion for hospice nursing, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts.
• Three years nursing experience, preferably in hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health and develop care plans.
• Provide skilled nursing care and document medical records.
• Educate patients and collaborate with healthcare providers.

Skills

Nursing Assessment

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Independent Judgment

Education

Registered Nurse License

CPR Certification

3 Years Nursing Experience

Tools

Computer Proficiency

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse, Baylor plans and provides individualized nursing care and comprehensive services to hospice patients. The Registered Nurse, Baylor carries out expected duties as assigned by clinical leadership based on patient need.

The Registered Nurse, Baylor is expected to work twelve-hour shifts from 8 AM to 8 PM on Saturday and Sunday, with Monday being paid as 8 hours Baylor time (with credited six productivity points) for a total of 32 hours per week. Expected productivity is 24 points. Monday will be a day to complete documentation and phone calls as noted below.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assesses patient’s health problems and needs and develops plan of care.
2. Provides direct skilled nursing care as per physician orders.
3. Observes patients, charting and reporting changes in patient’s conditions, such as adverse reactions to medications or treatment, and taking any necessary action.
4. Documents medical records and prepares other reports as needed.
5. Educates patients and families in self-care and health management.
6. Collaborates with the physician and other home health care providers, within and outside the agency to enhance patient care.
7. Provides case management when appropriate.
8. Attends case conference as requested.
9. Adheres to policies and procedures.
10. Participates in agency quality management and safety activities.

Weekend Baylor Expectations and Guidelines:

1. The Registered Nurse, Baylor is expected to be available to see patients from 8:00 AM through 8:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday, with Monday being paid 8 hours as Baylor time, for a total of 32 hours per week.
2. The expectation is that this role will maintain the highest of attendance standards; staff selected for the Weekend Baylor should NOT have any unexcused call outs within the past 6 months.
3. Overlook's Attendance and Tardiness Policy will be strictly enforced with zero tolerance and no excuses.
4. Staff selected for the Baylor Plan must be in good standing, with no disciplinary action occurring within the past 6 months.
5. Saturday points expectation is 9, Sunday points expectation is 9, and Monday will be credited 6 points for completing documentation, follow-up, and phone calls.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Massachusetts.
• Current CPR required.
• Three years nursing experience, preferably in hospice.
• Excellent nursing assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional customer service.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to utilize independent judgment and to follow through.
• Current State of Residence driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Computer proficiency.