RN Staff Nurse

Heart to Heart Hospice•Detroit, MI

62d

About The Position

Heart to Heart Hospice is seeking an RN Staff Nurse to provide compassionate care to residents with life-limiting illnesses. The nurse observes and assesses residents, implements individualized plans of care, responds to changes in condition, coordinates with physicians and residents’ points of contact, and supports and monitors Certified Nurse Aides. The role also includes documentation, staff training, customer service, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.

Requirements

Current state Registered Nurse license.
Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as an RN, preferably in a healthcare or clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Observe, assess, document, and report residents’ conditions and changes during rounds.
Implement individualized plans of care as directed.
Identify significant changes in residents’ conditions and take necessary action according to facility policies and procedures.
Oversee and monitor Certified Nurse Aides.
Discharge residents according to facility procedures.
Complete a Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls before contacting a physician about a change in a resident’s condition.
Communicate with residents’ points of contact when they request status updates or when a resident’s condition changes.
Provide training to other staff as needed.
Provide excellent customer care to internal and external customers, including proper phone etiquette.
Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as required.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.