Registered Nurse (RN), Palliative, FT, Day/Evening

Mary Washington Healthcare•Fredericksburg, VA

10d•$38 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. The Case Manager, RN - Palliative is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of palliative patient referrals within the MWHC Emergency Departments. The incumbent in this position will collaborate with providers to ensure well-coordinated, multi-disciplinary programs of care. This position will also allow for increased coordination of care, streamlining end of life processes, reduction of re-admission rates, and improved attention to goals of care.

Requirements

Valid RN Licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, required.
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse, required within 2 years of hire.
Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands
Frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, and sitting
Occasional (0-33% of workday) bending, stooping, and squatting
Ability to lift 35 lbs.
Ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.
Auditory and visual skills to include color determination.
Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
Capacity to cope with difficult situations.
Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.
Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience in end-of-life care or hospice/palliative care, preferred.

Responsibilities

Identifies and screens palliative care patients for care coordination.
Works with Emergency Department (ED) staff to coordinate planning and care needed for palliative patients.
Communicates status updates regarding treatment plans with clinical partners as needed.
Coordinates the care of patients with clinical partners; helps patients and family members advance towards realistic and desirable outcomes.
Manages patient/family/physician expectations. Provides information and education on community resources to patients and their families.
Assists with palliative related education for patients, nursing staff, and physicians.
Develops, coordinates, and communicates discharge plans with the patient, family members, and care team. Promotes communication and coordination of care amongst care providers.
Organizes and expedites treatment plans. Documents assessment and overall discharge plan in the medical record.
Performs other duties as assigned.