After-Hours RN
About The Position
Mission Hospice & Home Care serves patients and families in the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay with quality care and compassionate end-of-life support and education. Founded in 1979, we are a local, independent nonprofit that has provided thousands of patients and their families with physical, emotional, and spiritual support throughout the journey from a life-threatening diagnosis through death and bereavement. This position offers competitive pay, and a supportive work environment. We are seeking a per diem After-Hours Nurse to provide skilled nursing and hospice care to maximize the comfort and health of patients. Schedule: Monday - Friday; 4:30pm - 12:30am Office Location: San Mateo, CA Coverage Area: San Mateo, Alameda & Contra Costa Counties Mission Hospice & Home Care follows all CDPH vaccine requirements for healthcare personnel.
Requirements
- One year experience as a professional nurse in the past three years or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current license as a registered professional nurse in the State of California.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in acute care/ home health and/or hospice setting preferred.
- Public Health Nursing certification highly desirable.
- HPNA certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide continuing care to patients/families as requested and in compliance with agency policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations.
- Under the guidance of the After-Hours Nurse, responsible for patients/families including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing services consistent with the plan of care.
- Communicate with attending physicians and other community resources to report changes and coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/ family.
- Maintain regular communication with Team Leaders regarding patient/family status and unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.
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What This Job Offers
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
