Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice
About The Position
Commonheart is hiring a Wisconsin-licensed Registered Nurse to identify and meet patients’ total nursing needs in hospice care. The nurse is responsible for nursing practice activities including assessment, medication management, documentation, supervision of other nursing personnel, and care management. The role is part of the interdisciplinary core team and includes coordinating implementation of the plan of care, providing education and counseling to patients and families, and communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. The position includes on-call coverage and travel within a one-hour radius. A company car is provided to employees working at least 0.6 FTE. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at either 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week) or 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week). On-call coverage may include up to one weekday shift per week, Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM, and up to every fourth weekend, Friday at 4:00 PM through Monday at 8:00 AM. The hourly pay range is $39.65 to $46.14, based on experience; higher pay may be considered depending on qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.
- Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
- Ability to relate well to all individuals.
- Ability to maintain and protect confidential information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
- Ability to adapt to change.
- Sensitivity to the needs of older adults.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical, Home Health, Hospice, or Long-Term Care nursing.
- Certification in Gerontology, Medical Coding, Wound Care (WCC), or Hospice and Palliative Nursing.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and promote effective communication with all individuals.
- Represent the organization positively in the community in alignment with its mission, vision, and values.
- Provide on-call services as assigned.
- Participate as a core team member providing care and services and coordinate implementation of the plan of care.
- Coordinate all aspects of patient care in accordance with current professional standards and practice.
- Provide education and counseling to patients and, as needed, their families, consistent with the plan of care.
- Participate in Home Health and Hospice in-service training and continuing education opportunities.
- Complete documentation within policy timelines, including ongoing observation and assessment of patient and family needs.
- Lead, guide, and direct others in providing quality care.
- Practice infection-control mitigation at all times.
- Maintain honest, open, and professional communication, supporting the interdisciplinary team.
- Respond promptly by phone to patient and family calls.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free Direct Primary Care for employees enrolled in the health plan, with no copays for primary care visits and personalized access to a provider.
- Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of $0.50 for every $1 contributed, up to 6%.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid time off.
- Referral program.
- Company car with expenses paid, including gas and maintenance.
- Paid travel time.
- Mission-driven culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
