Weekend RN - Hospice (full-time)

VNA of the Treasure Coast•Vero Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The VNA of the Treasure Coast provides compassionate, innovative care of the highest quality, setting the standard for patients and caregivers needing private care, home health, hospice, and community health services. Together, we provide the highest quality patient care. Come be a part of the VNA team! We are a mission-minded non-profit organization that has been committed to making a difference in the community we serve since 1975! The VNA offers its associates a competitive array of benefits and perks such as: Competitive pay Up to 18 paid days off accrued in first year, 6 observed holidays Competitive rates and plans for health, dental, and vision insurance Employer paid term life insurance 403b retirement plan with company match after one year Complimentary access to VNA Mobile Health Clinic Tuition reimbursement after one year of service Free CEU credits Immediate Access to Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Several local and national discounts The Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast is seeking a full-time RN to work with Hospice. Join our compassionate, dedicated weekend team in bringing comfort, caring and relief to patients and their families. Must be currently licensed as an RN in the state of Florida. Hospice experience is strongly preferred but applicants with two years recent acute care experience will be considered.

Requirements

Must be currently licensed as an RN in the State of Florida
Two years recent acute care experience required
This position requires screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Hospice Experience preferred

Responsibilities

Identify patient/family needs and provide admission services in accordance with the federal and state guidelines.
Assumes primary responsibility for initial patient/family education related to hospice election, services and hospice coverage as it relates to the hospice diagnosis.
Initiate communication with attending physicians, Interdisciplinary group (IDG) and other agencies, needed to coordinate optimal care and use of resources for the patient/family and their immediate needs.
Maintain regular communication with the RN Patient Care Manager and the hospice team coordinator/scheduler to review caseload.
Inform the RN Patient Care Manager of unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.
In a timely manner obtain data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that substantiate hospice eligibility.
Obtain up-to-date medical records, seek input from other team members regarding the patient plan of care, and obtain additional knowledge that supports hospice eligibility and end of life prognosis.
Meet regularly with Hospice nursing staff to review problems or unique issues, share professional support and exchange feedback aimed toward enhancing professional growth.
Share in providing 24 hour, seven-day week coverage to patient/families.
May be responsible to take after hours or weekend on call.
Will work one summer and one winter holiday.
Assume role of associate nurse during on-call time or to fill patient/family needs during the absence of other primary nurses.
Provide appropriate support at time of death and period of bereavement if indicated.
Participate in VNA Hospice orientation and in-service training programs for professional staff.
Participate in agency and community programs as requested, to promote professional growth and understanding of Hospice care.