PRN Hospice RN - Norwalk, CT
About The Position
Constellation Health Services is seeking a compassionate, skilled per-diem/PRN Hospice Registered Nurse to care for hospice patients and their families in homes, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing facilities. The nurse covers on-call staff in Norwalk, Stamford, or Greenwich, Connecticut. Coverage is scheduled Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. or Saturday through Sunday from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Compensation is a flat rate of $450 for weekday coverage or $600 for weekend coverage, including documentation and travel/mileage, plus $115 per visit. Weekend and holiday coverage may be needed. The role provides skilled nursing care in accordance with physician plans of care, coordinates care with patients’ families and other disciplines, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, and completes required clinical documentation. Constellation describes its mission as providing high-quality, compassionate care and fostering clinical excellence in community settings.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited RN program.
- Hold a Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
- At least 1–2 years of RN experience.
- Basic knowledge of the iOS operating system.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospice care experience is strongly desired.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care, including administering medications and treatments prescribed in the physician’s plan of care.
- Complete comprehensive assessments and coordinate the plan of care with relevant disciplines, family members, and primary caregivers.
- Observe and evaluate patients’ physical and emotional status and report changes to the nursing supervisor and attending physician.
- Participate in weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and provide updates on patients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual status.
- Maintain and process documentation in compliance with agency standards.
- Use a computer-based documentation system and submit required clinical documentation, time records, and other information within required time frames.
- Provide input to the Home Health Aide Supervisor as needed for hospice aide evaluations.
- Provide weekend and holiday coverage as needed.
- Cover on-call RNs serving Norwalk, Stamford, or Greenwich.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Paid time off (PTO), subject to minimum eligibility requirements
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
