FT Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse
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 visits to home patients, conduct unplanned or follow-up visits after new admissions, perform admission visits for medically eligible patients, and conduct facility-to-home admissions. The role demonstrates excellent nursing practice and supports the organization’s needs in providing nursing care and services to all Hosparus Health patients. Schedule: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM–8:30 PM, and Monday, 5:00 PM–1:00 AM, with on-call requirements. Weekend shift premium pay is available. Service area: Louisville and surrounding communities.
Requirements
- Current RN licensure in Kentucky and/or Indiana as required by the designated position, or ability to obtain the required license(s) upon offer.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) desired.
- Certification in hospice/palliative care preferred.
- One year of nursing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of palliative care is helpful.
- Experience using 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 departmental 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 home patients based on team coverage needs, including unplanned visits and follow-up visits 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 to patients.
Benefits
- Additional pay through a weekend shift premium.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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