Every Other Weekend Hospice Triage Nurse - LVN

Suncrest Health Services • Fremont, CA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

At Suncrest At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice, our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented clinical staff, maintaining a culture of excellence where staff feel valued and supported, and providing exceptional care. We achieve this by increasing staff to patient ratios, leading to more clinical visits and lower caseloads. Brighton/Suncrest is recognized nationally as a favored employer. We offer a rare work/life balance in healthcare. If you are looking to join a growing company with a bright future and are committed to providing high-quality care, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Current LVN/LPN licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice with one year of experience under license.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Works well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and CNA leadership.
• Can work independently and on your own from a day-to-day basis with activities which include: phone, email and written communication, meetings with a variety of healthcare professionals, and an understanding of hospice rules and regulations.
• Ability to learn an electronic medical records system.
• Reliable Transportation, Driver's License, Car insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients' needs over the phone, providing medical advice within scope of practice.
• Coordinate care and determine the urgency of patients' situations to ensure appropriate care.
• Offer support and guidance to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Deliver telephonic nurse assessment, advice, and instruction to patients and caregivers after normal operating hours within scope of practice.
• Provide information to the case manager and management team regarding changes in patient condition after telephonic contact.
• Communicate health care instructions to the patient/caregiver clearly and concisely.
• Teach the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate.
• Communicate with the physician regarding patient needs and report changes in patient condition; obtain/receive physician's orders as required.
• Assign nursing visits accordingly.

Benefits

• $40-45/hr
• 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
• The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees