RN for Home Health & hospice (West Grand County)

Namaste Home Health and Hospice•Denver, CO

12d•$45 - $50

About The Position

Namaste Home Health and Hospice is seeking a flexible and experienced Registered Nurse to provide hospice care in West Grand County, Colorado, including Grand Lake, Granby, Hot Sulphur, and Kremmling. The nurse plans, organizes, and directs hospice care, drawing on nursing experience and community health resources to meet the needs of patients and families in their homes and communities. The role includes case management, patient and family education, coordination with the interdisciplinary group, and supervision of hospice aides. PRN, part-time, and full-time opportunities are available.

Requirements

Licensed Registered Nurse through the State of Colorado.
Minimum of two years of experience; at least one year in public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred.
Current CPR certification.
Licensed driver with an automobile insured according to state or organizational requirements and in good working order.
Excellent observation, problem-solving, verbal communication, and written communication skills, with nursing skills meeting the competency checklist.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform prolonged or considerable walking or standing; lift, position, and transfer patients; lift supplies and equipment; and perform considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching.
Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to perform required nursing skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in public health, home care, or hospice nursing.

Responsibilities

Complete initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patients and families, including physical assessments and illness histories.
Use assessment data to determine nursing diagnoses and develop care plans with goals and palliative nursing actions, involving patients and families in planning.
Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
Counsel patients and families on nursing and related needs, provide health care instructions, and assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort care.
Act as case manager and coordinate care for an assigned caseload.
Maintain and submit accurate clinical notes, including documentation of patient condition, care, and pain or symptom management outcomes.
Communicate patient needs and changes in condition to physicians and obtain or receive orders as required.
Coordinate care with community health-related personnel and the interdisciplinary group; teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques and provide physician-ordered instructions.
Maintain a safe patient environment and cooperate with caregivers and interdisciplinary group members to address emotional needs.
Attend interdisciplinary group meetings.
Participate in on-call duties according to policy.
Ensure arrangements are available for equipment and other necessary items and services.
Supervise ancillary personnel and delegate responsibilities when required.
Maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills through continuing education and in-service classes.
Fulfill requested or accepted case assignments.
Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement teams and activities.