RN Staff Nurse

Heart to Heart Hospice•Detroit, MI

95d

About The Position

Heart to Heart Hospice is seeking an RN Staff Nurse for its Hospice House. The role provides nursing care to residents with life-limiting illnesses and supports their loved ones. The nurse works three 12-hour day shifts, including every other weekend, and contributes to the Agency’s compliance with applicable laws, Medicare regulations, and personnel policies.

Requirements

Current State Registered Nurse License.
Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.
Two years of RN experience in a healthcare or clinical setting preferred.

Nice To Haves

Two years of RN experience 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.
Use excellent customer care skills with internal and external customers, including proper phone etiquette.
Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as required.
Ensure overall compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.