Registered Nurse (RN) Hospice Admissions Nurse

Schuylkill•Allentown, PA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. LV HOME CARE AND HOSPICE HOSPICE ADMISSIONS NURSE - REGISTERED NURSE (RN) FULL TIME DAYS Summary Responsible for determining hospice as the appropriate service for the patient based on Hospice Conditions of Participation. Performs initial and follow up assessments, completes HOPE data collection as per CMS regulation, and formulates an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team according to physician orders that incorporates the analysis of assessment data and current scientific findings. Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician and protocols using a patient/family centered approach and provides patient/caregiver education aimed at achieving patient goals/outcomes.

Requirements

Specialized Diploma Nursing or Associate’s Degree Nursing
1 year recent experience providing direct care in a healthcare setting
Knowledge of patient education techniques and principles
Ability to take initiative and function independently without direct supervision and as a member of the care team
Ability to travel to patient care assignments
Knowledge of Hospice Conditions of Participation
Ability to facilitate difficult and complex conversations related to end-of-life care,
Willingness to travel within the defined service area to meet both patient and the business needs of the organization.
BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire
RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree Nursing
1 year recent experience as a hospice registered nurse
CHPN - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse - Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association within 3 Years

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive subjective and objective initial and follow up assessments of patient's status that includes physical, psychological and environmental parameters.
Responsible for completing the HOPE data collection as per CMS regulation and initial hospice assessment with a high level of accuracy that reflects quality outcomes measures.
Formulates an individualized plan of care according to physician orders and collaboration with the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team that incorporates the analysis of assessment data and current scientific findings.
Relays significant changes in patient status to the physician and other members of the interdisciplinary care team in a time period consistent with patient needs.
Collaborates with the physician and Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
Determines hospice as the appropriate level of care for the patient as well as skilled need for services ordered based on Hospice Conditions of Participation.
Relays significant changes in patient status to the physician and other members of the interdisciplinary care team in a time period consistent with patient needs.
Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician and Interdisciplinary Team and protocols using a patient family centered approach.
Provides educational opportunities for patients, families, and clinical staff focusing on end-of-life issues, palliative care, advance directives, chronic disease management, pain management, symptom control, home care, hospice, and discharge planning.
Promotes patient/caregiver autonomy.
Evaluates effectiveness of teaching and modifies education based on patient needs and goals.