Hospice RN

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey • Mount Ephraim, NJ

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About The Position

Journey Hospice has a rewarding and fulfilling position for a per diem RN Case Manager in Cumberland and Gloucester counties. The Hospice RN will oversee primary caseload of Hospice patients and provides skilled professional nursing care to them, their families and caregivers as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, New Jersey Hospice licensure laws, accrediting body standards and agency policies and procedures. Provides the initial assessment and comprehensive nursing assessment and identification of problems of each patient; reassessment of nursing needs and collaborates to develop the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) plan of care. Implements the plan of care and reevaluates and revises the plan of care relative to the patients nursing needs to provide appropriate, comprehensive and responsive goals and interventions. Teaches, supervises, and counsels the patient, family members, and staff regarding nursing care and the patient's needs, including other related problems of the patient at home. Works closely with other members of the IDT to ensure all patient and family care needs are being met. Provides supervision to Hospice Aides/Homemakers.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• NJ RN Licensure by the NJ State Board of Nursing in good standing.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation insured in accordance with NJ state requirements.
• Minimum of one (1) year general nursing experience preferred.
• Current hospice, home health, medical, surgical or critical care experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred.
• Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting.
• Understanding of Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying.

Responsibilities

• Oversee primary caseload of Hospice patients.
• Provide skilled professional nursing care to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Conduct initial and comprehensive nursing assessments.
• Reassess nursing needs and collaborate to develop the Hospice IDT plan of care.
• Implement and revise the plan of care based on patient needs.
• Teach, supervise, and counsel patients and families regarding nursing care.
• Work closely with IDT members to meet patient and family care needs.
• Provide supervision to Hospice Aides/Homemakers.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on employee well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees