Weekend On Call RN/LPN-Scheduled 24 Paid for 30-FT Benefits

Hospice of the Western Reserve; Fairview Park (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Package

Tuition Assistance

Technology Package

Job summary

Hospice of the Western Reserve is seeking an On-Call Nurse for hospice services in Fairview Park, Ohio. This role involves assessing patient needs, providing nursing services, and offering emotional support to patients and families. RN or LPN license in Ohio is required, along with a commitment to patient care during all weather conditions.

The position offers a supportive environment with a total rewards package including health benefits, tuition assistance, and a technology package. Weekend shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program, with a Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Licensed RN or LPN in Ohio.
• Experience in pain and symptom management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical and psychosocial needs of the patient and family.
• Provide skilled nursing services as directed by a physician.
• Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ohio

Job description

Position: On‑Call Nurse – Hospice Services

What You Will Do

• Assess physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of the patient and family (RN only).
• Gather data related to patient and family’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs (LPN).
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services to the patient under the patient’s physician’s direction.
• Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms; provide information and assistance to the patient and family to manage those problems.
• Serve as a liaison to the patient’s physician(s) when needed; provide information to the physician based on knowledge relating to the patient’s needs.
• Provide emotional support to the patient and family.
• Refer patients and/or family members to other services when appropriate.
• Provide instruction (healthcare teaching) to the patient and family as related to care in a residence.
• Make visit to patient’s residence at the time of death.
• Maintain, promptly complete, and return all documentation as required.
• Communicate and act as liaison with patients, family, and health professionals in a manner that respects confidentiality and dignity.
• Relay pertinent information to appropriate team members.
• Participate in meetings as initiated by team leader.
• Participate in mandatory or elective HWR University events, trainings, or in‑services as necessary.
• RN’s shall participate in triage coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Success Capabilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with a Bachelors degree preferred.
• Licensed RN/LPN in state of Ohio.
• Experience preferred in pain and symptom management, oncology, or mental health.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care to all age groups.
• Ability to handle stressful and constantly changing conditions; must be able to make good professional decisions quickly despite stressful atmosphere.
• Ability to access patients and families in any residential and/or public setting in any weather condition (i.e., climbing stairs or snow‑filled walkways, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly proficient in Word and Excel, use of shared team files, a donor database, grant portals and virtual meeting technology.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, good driving record and auto accident insurance at a level acceptable to HWR and/or HWR’s insurer.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extensive periods of time.
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination to provide nursing care and operate equipment.
• Heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 75 lbs. of force occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently, using appropriate safe transfer techniques and body mechanics when working with patients.
• Ability to stoop, squat, or bend frequently.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients and professional staff.
• Possibility of exposure to environmental elements, internal and external, such as disease, bloodborne pathogens, chemicals and/or chemical fumes, (pet dander and/or exposure to allergens) and adverse effects of inclement weather that may occur as well as potentially difficult patient and family situations.

Details

• Total Rewards Package to include Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits and Corporate Discounts.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Exempt role.
• Technology Package.
• Protocols in place for wellbeing during COVID-19.

Conditions of Employment

• Compliance to Annual Flu Shot Policy or ability to provide exemption documentation.
• Provide an active auto insurance policy as a licensed driver in the State of Ohio with the proper level of coverage as directed.
• Provide an active driver’s license.
• Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.

The responsibilities of this position are described above, and they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. Also, this description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Reserve Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.

Schedule: Every weekend 8:00 am – 8:30 pm.