Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse (RN)
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 the policies and expectations of the Clinical Services Department. The nurse coordinates care and collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Group and other medical providers, and supervises hospice care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants. Assigned patients may be in a home, skilled nursing facility, assisted living facility, or acute care setting. Depending on team coverage needs, the Visit Nurse may visit home patients, make unplanned visits, follow up on new admissions, conduct admission visits for medically eligible patients, or 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 all Hosparus Health patients. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM and Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM, with on-call requirements. The position serves Louisville and surrounding communities. Additional pay is available through a weekend shift premium.
Requirements
- Current RN licensure in Kentucky and/or Indiana as required by the designated position, or ability to obtain 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 helpful.
- Experience using technology-based tools, including an electronic medical record, 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 Clinical Services 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.
- Visit assigned patients in homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, or acute care settings.
- Make home visits based on team nurse coverage needs, unplanned needs, or follow-up needs for new admissions.
- Conduct admission visits for medically eligible patients and facility-to-home admissions as needed.
- Provide nursing care and services to Hosparus Health patients in support of organizational needs.
Benefits
- Weekend shift premium additional pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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