RN Weekend Day Shift

Hospice Of Hope, Inc • Maysville, KY

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About The Position

The RN Weekend Supportive Care Nurse (day shift) provides one-to-one care at the bedside of terminally ill patients, based on an ongoing nursing assessment of need and in accordance with the established plan of care. Duties include: · Provides compassionate end-of-life care in accordance with the individualized plan of care, with demonstrated ability to assess and respond to patient and family needs in a timely manner · Educate patients and caregivers on end-of-life, services and other resources · Document complex medical information using clinical tools, data and other information to complete assessment of patient needs · Establishes professional and collaborative relationships with patients, families and providers utilizing strong written and verbal communication skills. · Good computer skills, including working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite · Day shift, part time (24 hours) or full time (36 hours): 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday with weekend shift premium · Care Site - private residences and facilities in Kentucky and Ohio

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and current licensure in Kentucky/Ohio.
• At least one year of experience in a patient care position in a hospital, nursing home, or related health care facility preferred.
• Personal qualities of empathy, responsibility and dependability.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, patients, providers, and family members.
• Must have ability to work independent of direct on-site supervision.
• Must arrange travel and be able to access client homes, nursing homes, hospitals, and other facilities independently.
• Must demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment and observe universal precautions.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds using proper body mechanics.
• Must have valid driver's license, current auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides compassionate end-of-life care in accordance with the individualized plan of care, with demonstrated ability to assess and respond to patient and family needs in a timely manner
• Educate patients and caregivers on end-of-life, services and other resources
• Document complex medical information using clinical tools, data and other information to complete assessment of patient needs
• Establishes professional and collaborative relationships with patients, families and providers utilizing strong written and verbal communication skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed