RN - Weekend Package

Iowariverhospice; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospice care organization is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) in Iowa to provide end-of-life care and support for terminally ill patients and their families. Responsibilities include managing after-hours patient interactions, coordinating care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program with an RN license and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years of home care and hospice experience or 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Experience in an on-call, supervisory, or leadership position preferred.
• Able to work in a quiet, secure home office environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for after-hours visits and communications regarding symptoms or care concerns.
• Coordinate patient care plans with team members and community resources.
• Oversee hospice on-call team to meet patient-centered care standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an RN license

Job description

The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) provides compassionate care and support to terminally ill patients and their families after and during regular office hours - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Responsibilities include symptom assessment, medication administration, emotional support, and end-of-life care to promote comfort and dignity. The RN manages telephone triage, determines the need for visits, performs pronouncements, coordinates with clinical staff, and ensures seamless care across the hospice system. Compassion, strong clinical judgment, and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current RN license in the State of Iowa.
• 2 years home care and hospice and palliative care experience OR 3-5 years of recent relevant clinical experience, with problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Experience in an on-call, supervisory, or leadership position preferred.
• Able to thrive in a quiet, secure home office environment.
• Detailed-oriented, organized with the ability to work well in a fast-paced work environment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong management and organizational skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for after-hours visits, pronouncements and communications from patients and families who are seeking information about symptoms or care concerns.
• Conduct outbound communications for follow-up and care coordination, including scheduling of on-call nurse, social work, or pastoral care providers.
• Consult and coordinate with internal and external team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans, make appropriate referrals, and provide follow-up.
• Assist with finding appropriate providers, community resources, and care solutions.
• Gives oversight to hospice on-call team members to achieve efficient quality patient-centered care, meet productivity standards, and best practice team utilization to meet patient/family, referral source and community expectations.
• Possesses strong problem-solving, decision-making and leadership skills in both typical and exceptional situations.
• Demonstration of appropriate communication skills to include ability to communicate with both internal and external customers and effectively present information one-on-one or in group settings.
• Record member data in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Other care management activities as needed.
• Must comply with HIPAA rules and regulations and patient privacy requirements.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team, including nurses, physicians, social workers, and administrators, to ensure accurate billing and documentation of services.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external parties, including patients, families, insurance companies, and government agencies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in billing operations.
• Participate in training programs and continuing education to stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Other duties as assigned by Executive Director or designee.

Address502 Plaza Heights Rd.
Marshalltown, IA 50158