Primary Registered Nurse

Unity Hospice•Oshkosh, WI

10d

About The Position

The Primary Registered Nurse (RN) primarily serves as a Primary Case Manager, managing an assigned caseload and providing ongoing care and coordination for patients and families in Outagamie and Winnebago counties. The position also has a secondary Float RN responsibility; when caseload or census allows, the RN may assist the broader team with patient visits and other clinical needs. The regular schedule is four 9-hour shifts per week, scheduled from either 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The position includes a weekend rotation of at least every third weekend, currently every eighth weekend, with Saturday and Sunday shifts from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Earlier weekend shifts may become available based on seniority. On-call duty is approximately 10–15 shifts per year, and holidays require approximately 1–2 shifts per year; holiday shifts are 8 hours and may fall outside regularly scheduled shifts. The RN shares in providing 24-hour, seven-day-a-week coverage. Unity describes a supportive, collaborative work environment and offers benefits intended to support employee well-being, growth, and success. Newly hired nurses participate in a 9-month Nurse Fellowship Residency Program regardless of prior experience. Unity also covers hospice and palliative care board certification and recertification costs for nurses after three years of employment.

Requirements

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Wisconsin.
At least 2 years of RN experience; equivalent nursing experience may be considered.
Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
Reliable transportation.
Proof of current automobile insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and supporting case management based on patients’ diagnoses and end-of-life symptoms.
Complete initial, comprehensive, and updated assessments of patient and family needs.
Develop, implement, review, and update care plans as patient and family needs change.
Prepare for and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as scheduled.
Communicate with interdisciplinary team members.
Report appropriate findings and significant changes to the attending physician, and process physician/NP orders.
Teach family members patient care skills and encourage their participation, including pain control, medication management, dressings, hygiene, and nutrition.
Administer and titrate medication according to physician/nurse practitioner orders.
Delegate nursing duties to LPNs and supervise care provided by CNAs.
Prioritize daily work and adjust it to account for the needs of patients, Unity, and other staff.
Complete new patient admissions as needed.
Maintain competency in required areas, including primary and admissions roles.
Comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations, and Unity policies and procedures.
Satisfy mandatory training requirements regarding regulations and Unity policies and procedures.
Document activity consistently and concisely according to department protocols and standards.
Promote and maintain confidentiality and personal and professional boundaries.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Share in providing 24-hour, seven-day-a-week coverage.
Provide patient visits and other clinical support to the broader team when caseload or census allows.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Accounts and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care.
On-site health risk assessments and flu shots.
Paid time off.
Extended illness and injury bank.
Bereavement leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Fitness membership reimbursement.
403(b) retirement savings plan.
Group and voluntary life insurance.
Accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.
Competitive pay and overtime opportunities for hourly roles.
Mileage reimbursement.
Internal and external learning opportunities.
Education assistance.
Leadership development programs.
9-month Nurse Fellowship Residency Program for newly hired nurses, regardless of prior experience.
Coverage of hospice and palliative care board certification and recertification costs for eligible nurses after 3 years of employment.
Benefits eligibility beginning on the first of the month following the date of hire.