RN Hospice

SSM Health

18d

About The Position

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-Visiting Nurse Association of Greater St Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Register Nurse to join our Hospice team. If you have a heart for end-of-life care and want to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you! $10,000 sign on bonus paid out on FIRST paycheck for eligible candidates. .70/mile reimbursement! Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Tuition Reimbursement Income based medical insurance premium discounts. HSA/FSA options Short and Long-Term Disability Generous PTO 403b/401k retirement plans Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it! Employee Relief Fund to help with life's unexpected financial emergencies. Commitment to caring through philanthropy, volunteer opportunities, and PTO donation program. Our Culture At SSM Health, we bring together and cultivate exceptional people. When our employees thrive, so does our healing Mission. We are committed to creating a partnership with employees. We ask our employees to actively engage and participate in decisions that impact their work. We celebrate together and recognize those people who help us deliver an exceptional experience. At SSM Health, you can expect a work environment where: • Employees feel valued, respected, and free to express themselves. • Each employee finds meaning in work, leveraging skills and talents toward a greater purpose. • Teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, while management is supportive. Apply today! Job Summary: Coordinates, facilitates and performs interdisciplinary plan of care through assessment and evaluation of patient condition and effectiveness of care under the direction of the attending physician by traveling to patient homes, Community-Based Residential Facilities (CBRF), assisted living locations, hospitals or other to meet patient and family/caregivers, assess patient care needs, acuity in relation to policies, procedures and regulations of home care and/or hospice services.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
No experience required
Proof of motor vehicle liability insurance that meets minimum state requirements upon hire and upon request.
State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Driving Record - Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) And Driver License – State Issued
State of Work Location: Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration And Driving Record - Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) And Driver License – State Issued
State of Work Location: Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) And Driving Record - Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) And Driver License – State Issued
State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services And Driving Record - Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) And Driver License – State Issued

Responsibilities

Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.
Collaborates, consults and communicates with physician regarding the plan of care and changes to patient status.
Provides physician with regular updates on progress and recommends revision of plan care, documents status and communication in adherence with regulations.
Coordinates and communicates with multi-disciplinary team members and outside agencies as appropriate to achieve expected outcomes for patient care and education through end of life or discharge, ensuring accurate and complete documentation and coordination of unique care plan.
Completes admission paperwork and verifies insurance information.
Completes a comprehensive medical assessment by entering data into the clinical computer program.
Ensures that patient assessment is completed in a timely manner.
Provides skilled nursing care within the established plan of care, including performance of tasks such as taking vitals, performing wound care, IV care, ostomy care, blood draws, injections, and the physical assessment of the overall patient’s medical condition.
Documents visit notes, treatments, and care.
Follows visit pattern according to physicians orders and ensures required visits are completed in a timely manner.
Ensures all documentation is timely, accurate and complete in adherence to regulations.
Collaborates with the patient, patient’s family and healthcare team to develop a comprehensive plan of care based on the unique needs of the patient.
Responds to calls from patients, family members and others, completes follow-up to address needs, issues, or concerns.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Tuition Reimbursement
Income based medical insurance premium discounts.
HSA/FSA options
Short and Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO
403b/401k retirement plans
Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!
Employee Relief Fund to help with life's unexpected financial emergencies.
Commitment to caring through philanthropy, volunteer opportunities, and PTO donation program.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.