Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice House - PRN

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.

116d

About The Position

Assumes the responsibility for development, implementation, and management of the patient’s plan of care. Collaborates with physician and other ordered disciplines as indicated to maximize patient outcomes. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Requirements

• Knowledge of MS Office software.
• Keyboarding skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Ability to apply basic nursing principles.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Several years of clinical experience.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas.
• BLS – BLS is required within 3 months of hire.
• Valid State of Kansas driver’s license.
• Proof of auto liability insurance in the State of Kansas.

Nice To Haves

• BSN.
• Previous hospice and/or home health experience.
• Certified as Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Formulates a collaborative individualized plan of care based upon medical and nursing diagnosis and desired patient outcomes for hospice patient’s newborn thru geriatric.
• Assumes responsibility for the provision of skilled services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Promotes patient’s symptom management and comfort in alignment with patient/family care goals.
• Communicates patient assessment and current plan of care with other hospice house staff and volunteers on a routine basis.
• Collaborates with physician, patient/family and other assigned disciplines regarding care needs and revisions to plan of care.
• Completes supervision of HHA services provided as per policy.
• Completes timely and accurate documentation as per agency policy.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with patients, family members, co-workers, physicians and referral sources.
• Observes the patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions and collaborates with team members as appropriate.
• Abides by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Generous benefit package.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree