HealthKeeperz is hiring: Hospice Registered Nurse in Fayetteville
healthkeeperzFayetteville, NC
$75k - $82k/year
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healthkeeperzFayetteville, NCSenior L5
$75k - $82k/year
Home Health Care ServicesAll Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care ServicesNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
Overview:
The Hospice Registered Nurse is a key member of the interdisciplinary team. The hospice nurse evaluates clients’ physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs and develops appropriate care plans and interventions. The nurse is the case manager and oversees care to ensure the highest quality of care is maintained.
Responsibilities:
Coordinates the care of the client and services, which may include the social worker, the chaplain, an in-home aide, the physician, and/or a volunteer
Assesses the client and family within 24 hours of admission to Hospice
Provides skilled nursing care as determined by the IDG plan of care
Provides education to clients, families, and/or others in care techniques specific to the client
Serves as client/family advocate by maintaining regular communication with physicians and any other resources when needed
Participates in providing bereavement support to clients and families
Documents and ensures appropriate use of medications, DME, and supplies
Participates in weekly meetings and IDG meetings
Provides an appropriate care plan and leaves in the home for other staff members and contract staff personnel
Monitors the recertification/reauthorization process
Accurately documents and follows through with the revocation process
Reports regularly to the Hospice Administrator, client updates, and reports status
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and co-workers
May complete In-Home Aide annual performance appraisals and assist with yearly competency testing
Participates in on-call rotation
Participates in performance improvement initiatives as requested
May participate in the orientation of new staff
May act as a preceptor for new staff
Represents the nursing profession in a positive manner
May participate in community educational activities as needed
Promotes and participates in professional development for nursing and palliative care
Performs additional duties as requested
Covering counties to include: Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland, and surrounding counties
QualificationsActive NC nursing license
Function as a core member of the IDG
Ability to speak in front of groups
Maintain a high-quality customer service approach
ADN required
At least one year of hospice or home health nursing experience preferred
Possess active listening and excellent assessment skills
Working knowledge of a variety of computer programs is desired
Physical DemandsAbility to sit for long periods, either while driving, participating in IDG meetings, visiting clients, or performing computer work. This position may require frequent bending, reaching, lifting, talking, and listening.
Compensation detailsStarting Pay: c.a. $75k - $82k/year
Benefits include:
Mileage Reimbursement, 401(k), 401(k) matching, Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Life insurance, PTO (Vacation & Sick, accrued monthly), and Nine paid holidays.
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Level
Senior L5
Salary
$75k - $82k/year
Location
Fayetteville, NC
Occupation
Registered Nurses
Industry
Home Health Care Services
Posted
8 days ago