PRN Registered Nurse - Hospice (Norfolk,NE)
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Per diem Hospice Registered Nurse provides compassionate, patient-centered care by assessing patient needs, coordinating individualized care plans, managing symptoms, educating families, and collaborating with the clinical team. The position is based in Norfolk, Nebraska. The nurse performs initial assessments for new admissions; develops, coordinates, and revises patient care plans; maintains continuity of care through collaboration and regular communication with the clinical manager, physician, and care team; and prepares accurate, timely patient progress records. The role also includes recording symptom-management outcomes, educating families, making referrals to other hospice disciplines when needed, and completing assigned on-call responsibilities. The organization describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing, and says employees receive clear direction and development opportunities. Pay is based on factors such as local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. The hourly pay range is $34.45 to $51.65 based on full-time employment. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current RN license specific to the state(s) assigned for work.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial nursing assessments for new admissions.
- Complete, coordinate, and revise the total plan of care, maintaining continuity of patient care in collaboration with appropriate staff.
- Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team.
- Develop, prepare, and maintain individualized patient care progress records accurately, on time, and according to care center policies.
- Record changes and outcomes in pain and symptom management as appropriate.
- Educate families about the patient's condition, needs, and care.
- Refer patients to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or document the rationale for not doing so.
- Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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