Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Minimum one (1) year of in-patient nursing or hospice experience for external candidates; for internal applicants, minimum of 6-months of LPN experience with hospice/home health within an affiliate
Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system
Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy
Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written)
Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients
Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families
Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area
Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Some locations may require:
Cross training to hospice house or field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when census calls for flexible staffing
Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:
Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner
Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses
Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs
Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy ○ Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient's immediate needs
Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort
Obtains Physician orders
Completes documentation per Company policy
Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.
Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.
Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
Obtains medical record information for the referral.
Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.
Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.
Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.
Competencies:
Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.
Responsibilities of all employees:
Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.
Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
Advance electronic media skills.
Support Compan
Benefits
Health insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
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The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.
Chaptershealth · Lakeland, FL