Registered Nurse, Casual, Hospice

HealthPartners/GHI•Olivia, MN

About The Position

Olivia Hospital & Clinic is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide care in our Hospice department. This position provides general nursing care to terminally ill patients. The Hospice RN also assists in planning, implementation, documentation and coordination of patient care services to Hospice patients and families and/or significant others. This is a casual, on-call position with no set schedule. Olivia Hospital & Clinic is part of HealthPartners, a large health care organization spanning Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The HealthPartners care system includes a multi-specialty group practice that serves more than 1.2 million patients. Together, we’re living our values every day to promote the health and well-being of the central Minnesota community. At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work. We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world. At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change. Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

Requirements

1+ year of nursing practice experience
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with an associate’s degree in nursing
Current RN licensure with the State of Minnesota
BLS/CPR Certification
Ability to manage emergency situations appropriately
Ability to act and make decisions independently based on the values of Olivia Hospital & Clinic
Strong critical thinking skills
Effective communication skills

Responsibilities

Assess, guide, oversee, and develop the implementation of the nursing care plan.
Collaborate with physicians, families, hospice team and patients to develop and implement the appropriate care.
Assist families and/or significant others in understanding patients’ illness.
Teach and evaluate personal care techniques in a home setting.
Provide and supervise the care given to patients and their families, ensuring that it is delivered in a manner that preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity, and rights.
Document care given to patients so that costs and services provided are recorded accurately.
Help patients and families/significant others understand provisions of Hospice Medicare Benefit.
Act under the direction of the Hospice Director and/or the Physician.
Use models of patient care standards, physician preference, hospice policies and procedures, Minnesota Department of Health Guidelines, CDC, CMS, and OSHA standards. Also use safe methods of handling medical equipment and supplies.
Oversee the care delivered by the hospice aide.