Homecare/Hospice RN
About The Position
Glacial Ridge Homecare and Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess and provide personalized care to clients in their homes. The nurse provides specialized nursing services and palliative and comfort care, evaluates patient needs, and updates plans of care. The role includes coordinating services with other care providers, communicating changes in patients’ conditions, counseling patients and families, and documenting care. The nurse may occasionally conduct client admissions, makes supervisory visits when a Home Health Aide is present, participates in team meetings and in-service programs, and is available for after-hours call. The position is part-time, 20–30 hours per week, in Glenwood, Minnesota.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse license in Minnesota.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff.
- Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
- Ability to read and communicate effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Team-building skills.
- Adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards and the Keys to Heartfelt Care.
- Able to perform the physical requirements of the position.
Nice To Haves
- One year of nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Occasionally conduct client admissions.
- Regularly evaluate patients’ nursing needs.
- Be available to take call after working hours.
- Make necessary revisions to the Plan of Care.
- Provide services requiring specialized nursing skills.
- Provide appropriate palliative and comfort care.
- Prepare clinical and progress notes.
- Coordinate services provided by Home Health Aides, Homemakers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, spiritual caregivers, and other necessary services.
- Inform the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s condition and needs.
- Counsel patients and families regarding nursing and related needs.
- Participate in in-service programs as directed.
- At least every two weeks, make a supervisory visit to the patient’s residence when the Home Health Aide is present to observe, assist, assess relationships, and determine whether goals are being met.
- Be available during operating hours and participate in activities relevant to professional services, including developing personnel qualifications and assignments.
- Attend weekly team meetings when appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
