Hospice Visit Nurse (RN)

Hosparus Group • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The Visit Registered Nurse assesses and identifies patient and family needs, then plans, implements, evaluates, and documents individualized hospice nursing care in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care and Clinical Services Department policies and expectations. The nurse coordinates and collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Group and other medical providers and supervises hospice care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.

Patients may be assigned in homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, or acute care settings. Depending on team coverage and patient needs, the nurse may make home visits, unplanned visits, and follow-up visits after new admissions; conduct admission visits for medically eligible patients; and conduct facility-to-home admissions. The nurse demonstrates excellence in nursing practice and supports the organization’s needs in providing nursing care and services to its patients.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with on-call requirements. The service area includes Louisville and surrounding communities.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Kentucky and/or Indiana as required by the designated position, or the ability to obtain the required license(s) upon offer.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• BSN desired.
• Certification in hospice/palliative care preferred.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of palliative care is helpful.
• Use of technology-based tools, including an electronic medical record, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify patient and family needs.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and document individualized hospice nursing care in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care and department policies and expectations.
• Coordinate care and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group and other medical providers.
• Supervise hospice care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Provide visits to patients in homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and acute care settings.
• Make home visits based on team nurse coverage needs, unplanned needs, or follow-up needs after new admissions.
• Conduct admission visits for medically eligible patients and facility-to-home admissions as needed.
• Demonstrate excellence in nursing practice and support the organization’s provision of nursing care and services.

What This Job Offers

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