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Zilber Family Hospice is seeking an experienced RN to join our PM team. The Zilber team specializes in providing highly skilled care to patients experiencing difficult to manage symptoms at the end of life through an interdisciplinary approach in a home-like setting. A qualified candidate will possess curiosity, compassion, positive attitude toward work, and a collaborative spirit. This position is for the hours of 3 PM to 11:30 PM, 3 weekday shifts per week with flexibility. No weekends. Holiday rotation is required. Come learn for yourself what makes Hospice Nursing so special.
Job Responsibility:
Admits hospice patients, which includes performing an assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation
Performs patient assessments
obtains vital signs and appropriate data, evaluates data and intervenes as appropriate
Implements patient care plans
administers medications and intravenous solutions
records observations
and maintains records and reports. Maintain an accurate record of controlled substances and all medication given to each patient
Utilizes the nursing process to make recommendations for patient care
evaluates delivery of patient care and communicates to appropriate personnel relevant facts about patients, action taken and patient responses
Educates the patient and/or family on services provided and on physician's orders
Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments, medications and teaching and applies interventions as appropriate. Updates and revises care plan as indicated
Follows agency and medical policies, emergency orders and nursing procedures
Directs the care given by the Nursing Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurses, and volunteers
Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities
Communicates with physicians to confirm and update patient's plan of treatment. Contacts physicians as needed for patient symptom management
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures
Requirements:
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Associate's Degree in Nursing
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing
Proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be able to recognize the needs and concerns of others
Must have knowledge and be able to apply the principles of prevention of deformities, the normal range of motion, body mechanics and body alignment
Must have knowledge of the fundamental principles of human behavior and an appreciation of the effects of stress upon individuals and groups
Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
lift up to 20 lbs over the head
carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
push/pull with 30 lbs of force
perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present
Nice to have:
curiosity
compassion
positive attitude toward work
collaborative spirit
What we offer:
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance