Registered Nurse - Hospice RN - Community - FT

Everystep • Des Moines, IA

59d

About The Position

At EveryStep our goal is to provide exceptional hospice care and service to our patients and their loved ones. This is achieved by providing service with compassion, integrity and respect. We lead through Excellence and unite through our teamwork. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we want to hear from you! The Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing care and services for a group of patients, visiting patients wherever they call home which could include private homes, Independent Living Facilities, and assisted living facilities. This position is a contributing member of the interdisciplinary team, providing expertise regarding psych-social assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community sources. The Registered Nurse (RN) will work as an RN Case Manager.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of Iowa.
• Works well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and hospice aides.
• Work closely with patients on a 1-1 level but get strong support from the patient care team.
• 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.
• Time management skills to manage visits, documentation, meetings (i.e.: to scheduled visits, attend required meetings, respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns)
• Ability to learn an electronic medical records system.
• Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance, to be able to travel across the service area.

Responsibilities

• Providing care and services for a group of patients
• Visiting patients wherever they call home which could include private homes, Independent Living Facilities, and assisted living facilities
• Contributing member of the interdisciplinary team, providing expertise regarding psych-social assessments, interventions, and knowledge of community sources
• Work as an RN Case Manager

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive Pay
• Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k plan
• A culture with an emphasis on our mission and values. Serving with compassion, supporting patients and families every step of their journey. We value our employees and believe they are the core of our organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees