Froedtert ThedaCare Hospice RN - Manitowoc and Sheboygan Areas

Thedacare•Manitowoc, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Clinical Nurse provides patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based nursing care across the continuum through an interprofessional approach to treatment, research, education, and advocacy. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and ThedaCare policy. Through collaborative practice with members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Furthers the professional practice of nursing at ThedaCare by promoting a culture of innovation and a commitment to growth and professional development. The Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) provides compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses. This role is responsible for managing a caseload of hospice patients, coordinating care plans, and ensuring quality end-of-life care. The RN will also build and maintain strong relationships with facilities, complete inpatient admissions, and serve as a key liaison between patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team. This position will serve the Fond Du Lac, Sheboygan, Manitowoc and Kewaunee after training. Training will take place in the Appleton, WI area for approximately 8 weeks. This position will require an on-call and holiday rotation. Fleet Vehicle Option after 90 days! (Business and Personal Use Option)

Requirements

Current Wisconsin RN Licensure
Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilizes the nursing process, evidence-based practice, and specific competencies to assess the physical condition and nursing needs of patients, and develops a plan of care in a collaborative practice with the patient and interprofessional team.
Plans for the care needs of the patient in collaboration with the interprofessional team to provide the highest quality of care and clinical outcomes.
Demonstrates clinical expertise in the provision of care in the clinical specialty assigned, and performs all functions of the professional clinical nurse (RN), which are age appropriate, developmentally sensitive, and culturally specific.
Identifies ways to improve the patient’s experience of care, streamline care processes, and lower costs while promoting quality to improve patient, family, and team member satisfaction.
Contributes to a professional environment that encourages mentoring, engagement, and development to retain expert clinicians.
Provides consultation and maintains positive relationships with physicians and other interprofessional team members, collaborating to problem solve and improve patient care.
Demonstrates, anticipates, and proactively manages risk to prevent crises.
Performs skillfully in life threatening emergencies, matching demands and resources during crises situations.