RN - Field Float - Per Diem (HPH Hospice)

Chapters Health System•Wesley Chapel, FL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit. This role involves completing clinical admissions, acting as a company representative at assigned facilities, and providing care for GIP patients in a hospital setting. The position requires developing strong relationships with healthcare professionals and educating patients and families about the disease process and end-of-life care. Chapters Health System is a community-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond.

Requirements

Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Minimum one (1) year nursing experience.
Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy
Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written)
Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients
Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families
Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area
Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.
Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.
Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
Advance electronic media skills.
Support Company research and educational activities.
Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.
Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Nice To Haves

Hospice or hospital experience preferred
Cross training to hospice house or field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when census calls for flexible staffing
Employees working at PACE, certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.

Responsibilities

Assessing and identifying patient/family needs using the nursing process.
Coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
Providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.
Completing clinical admissions for all Company services, explaining services, addressing concerns, and educating patients/families.
Completing informed consents and initial assessments according to regulations and Company policy.
Providing information to Physicians and initiating Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs.
Initiating skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms, and maximize physical and emotional comfort.
Obtaining Physician orders and completing documentation per Company policy.
Acting as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines.
Communicating frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up.
Providing all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
Obtaining consents for services and arranging safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
Obtaining medical record information for the referral.
Developing strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.
Working with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.
Providing care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.
Providing and managing direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up.
Coordinating the Plan of Care, ensuring that an individualized Plan of Care is developed that accurately reflects the patient’s evolving needs.
Educating patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, palliative interventions, care giving, dying process and safety practices.
Reporting changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDG or other health professionals.
Participating with the IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness.
Attending patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications.
Providing appropriate bereavement interventions to the family and caregiver in conjunction with psychosocial staff.
Presenting concise and pertinent oral and written reports to IDG; respects and encourages input from all disciplines.
Communicating accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others.
Supervising patient care given by other nursing team members (i.e., LPNs, Hospice Aides, and contract nurses).
Reporting to work at a designated location during emergencies (e.g., Hurricanes) to ensure continuity of services.
Performing other duties as assigned.