Registered Nurse IP Hospice Nights

Phoebe Putney Health System

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides professional nursing care for assigned patients according to established standards and practices. The role includes assessing patients, developing and implementing plans of care, and evaluating those plans to provide high-quality care in support of the Hospital's core mission. The position is with the inpatient hospice department at Wilson Hospice House and is scheduled for the 7P7A shift. The nurse is accountable for individual practice and delegation, advocates for patients, families, and the community, and collaborates with other health professionals to coordinate care. The role also involves maintaining current knowledge, participating in quality improvement and professional development activities, and complying with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, attendance guidelines, and required competencies.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing from a state-accredited school (required).
Current Georgia Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
If working on a designated stroke unit, obtain Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) within two years of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred).
At least one year of nursing experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Collect and prioritize patient assessment data on an ongoing basis; identify issues and develop diagnoses based on the data.
Identify expected outcomes and develop individualized plans of care that address patient diagnoses and support continuity of care.
Implement plans of care safely and promptly, document implementation and any changes or omissions, and evaluate outcomes in relation to patient responses.
Involve patients, families, and other disciplines in determining expected outcomes and evaluating care; modify outcomes as the patient's condition changes.
Consult with healthcare providers, make referrals as appropriate, and use community resources and systems to implement care plans.
Document and submit required information accurately and promptly, using appropriate terminology and required styles and formats tailored to the intended readers.
Use quality-improvement results, evidence-based knowledge, creativity, and innovation to improve nursing practice and care delivery; participate in quality-improvement activities.
Remain accountable for nursing practice and delegation and provide compassionate, respectful care while advocating for patients, families, and the community.
Promote patient safety through competency and the growth of self and others; contribute to a healthy work environment and shared decision-making.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals, coordinate care across settings and caregivers, and participate in teamwork as a team player and team builder.
Define a clear vision with goals and plans, measure progress, and promote nursing through participation in professional organizations.
Follow hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines and perform responsibilities in alignment with organizational values, mission, vision, policies, and procedures.
Maintain current knowledge through self-education and ongoing educational programs; attend staff meetings and complete mandatory in-services, requirements, and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrate competency in providing care tailored to patients' age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs; wear protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
Perform other duties as required.