RN Supportive Care-VNA

Southcoast Health System•Fairhaven, MA

4d•$39 - $56•Remote

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented RN Supportive Care-VNA. Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row! We offer a culture of well-being, competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, generous Earned Time Off, an Employee Wellbeing Program, a 403B Retirement Plan with company match, and tuition assistance/Federal Loan Forgiveness programs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Graduate of an NLN accredited school of Nursing is required.
Two years recent hospital, medical/surgical or other relevant nursing experience required.
Current RN licensure in the Commonwealth of MA and RI is required.
Hospice & Palliative Care Certification will be required within eligibility timeframe of 2 years if not certified at time of hire.
Basic life support (BLS) certification is required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
Hospice & Palliative Care Certification is preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of I.V. pump, and central line maintenance preferred.
Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the population of patients served.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Director, Supportive Care Services or designee, and within agency and department policies and procedures, assume responsibility for the primary care of assigned Hospice and Palliative Care patients and families.
Assess, develop, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care to maximize the comfort and health of the Hospice and Palliative Care patient and family.
Responsible for identifying patient/family needs and for providing supportive care in accordance with the attending Physician’s orders, Plan of Care and Hospice and Home Care policies and procedures.