RN Hospice - Full Time On Call (Columbus, GA.) ProHealth Home Health and Hospice

ProHealth Home Health & Hospice•Columbus, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, on-call position for an RN Hospice in Columbus, GA. The primary role is to provide nursing care to terminally ill Hospice patients as needed, offering assistance and understanding to families in home care situations and during times of bereavement. The RN will function as a member of the Hospice team to deliver comprehensive Hospice care.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments.
Ability to supervise others appropriately.
Ability to respond appropriately to the crisis outside of a hospital setting.
Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural, and religious modes.
Completes Hospice training program.
Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred.
Active patient contact within the past three years preferred.

Responsibilities

Regularly assesses and reassesses the nursing needs of the Hospice patient.
Provides dietary counseling.
Provides Hospice nursing services, treatments, and preventive procedures.
Initiates nursing procedures appropriate for the patient’s Hospice care and safety.
Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
Teaches, supervises, and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
Supervises and trains other nursing service personnel.
Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
Attends team conferences.
Maintains records as required by Hospice.
Follows the policies and procedures of Hospice.
Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Always communicates to the supervisor if unable to meet a patient’s need or perform a procedure.
Participates in the on-call system and is responsible for providing on-call coverage when unavailable for assigned duties.
Maintains skills and knowledge.
Works with the interdisciplinary group concept of patient care.
Coordinates the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICF or MR.
Organizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetings.
Complies with agency infection control policies and protocols.
Assist with orientation, teaching, and training as requested.
Other duties as assigned by the Director.