RN - Hospice New

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - Hospice for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $47.40 – $74.48. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is responsible for providing direct skilled nursing care and coordination/management of patients admitted to hospice/clinic services using considerable judgment and skill in making patient care decisions. Utilizes the professional healthcare process of assessment, problem identification/planning/intervention and clinical/goal outcome evaluation.

DETAILS OF THE POSITION:

• Perform initial evaluation of patient/home and apply admission criteria to determine if patient is safe candidate for home health/hospice services.
• Provide skilled nursing care to patients and skilled education/instruction to patients and caregivers according to the home health/hospice plan of treatment.
• Performs physical assessments, develops, coordinate, modifies and manages written individualized plan of care, as ordered by the primary physician, to meet patient’s long and short-term medical goals and appropriate/timely home hospice outcomes.
• Develops and clinically manages the Home Health Aide’s care plan according to the patient’s evolving personal are needs.
• Coordinates care, collaborates and communicates with other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure appropriate and smooth flow of care/services through the care continuum.
  
  

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. BSN preferred.
• Minimum of one year of home health or hospice/end of life nursing experience required; hospice experience preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state in which nurse will be practicing.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• Valid driver’s license (OR, WA or AK as applicable) and proof of auto insurance required.
• Able to Provide patient care in an uncontrolled home environment; operates motor vehicle on urban and rural roadways up to 25% of each day.
  
  

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.