- Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a registered nurse
- Minimum of one (1) years nursing experience in a hospital, home health or hospice setting preferred
- Strong ethical standards and an appropriate professional demeanor
- Should possess sound critical thinking, time management, technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong
- The ideal candidate is a well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player
- Must have reliable transportation to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance and have a valid Florida driver's license
- Bilingual Preferred
- Case manages the needs of the patients and families in the field assigned to them
- Performs ongoing assessment of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the patient/family unit and initiates appropriate intervention
- Provides and/or oversees supervision of L.P.N.'s, C.N.A.'s, and other assigned staff
- Takes independent action to identify problems
- Supports policies and procedures
- Assists in the orientation of new staff members
- Functions as a resource person; provides mentoring and guidance for co-workers and additional staff
- Maintains positive working relationships with team members of all disciplines
- Attends to patient/family complaints and concerns
- Creates and promotes initiatives to develop and strengthen relationships with facility partners
- Takes a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues
- Educates the community regarding hospice care, philosophy, and concept through individual consultation with persons in the community
- Communicates regularly with the Clinical Care Manager - Field and continuously assesses areas for risk management
- Maintains current with organizational and departmental communication via e-mail. All nursing staff are required to check their e-mail accounts at the start of each shift.
- Effectively communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with colleagues and management on issues related to nursing process and service
- Creates and implements nursing care plans which are reviewed daily and updated as needed
- Considers financial implications in rendering cost-effective nursing care
- Ensures professional standards of nursing practice are maintained
- Completes required documentation prior to departing from scheduled shift
- Actively participates in the IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) and communicates patient needs appropriately to other disciplines when requested
- Collaborates with team physician daily on the status of the patient
- Performs other duties as requested by the Clinical Care Manager
Hospice RN Weekday Secondary Shift - Zephyrhills, United States - Gulfside Healthcare Services
Description
JOB TITLE: Hospice RN Weekday Secondary Shift ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
DIVISION: Gulfside Hospice
HOURS: 5pm - 3am
REPORTS TO: Clinical Care Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager, the Hospice RN Weekday Secondary Shift is responsible for providing quality care to patients with GHS. The Field includes patients who reside in private residences, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing homes. The Hospice RN Weekday Secondary Shift utilizes assessment, intervention, and education to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life for the patient/family. This position oversees and manages the needs of the patients assigned to them.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Gulfside Healthcare Services provides an excellent benefits package to all full time employees including affordable healthcare, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA and HSA options, company sponsored life insurance and long term disability, matching 403b contributions, generous paid time off allocation, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
Our vision is to be the Provider of Choice for people in need and the Employer of Choice for talented, skilled and creative professionals.
Gulfside Healthcare Services is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and all positions are subject to drug testing.
It is the policy of Gulfside Healthcare Services, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran, recently separated or other covered veteran, or an other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.