Hospice of the Foothills

As an On-call after-hour and weekend patient/family triage role, the night nurse provides support, information and skilled nursing care as needed.. Oversees licensed nurses and CHHA’s in the delivery of patient care. Performs administrative functions relating to clinical records, care plans, QAPI, safety, infection control and mandatory abuse reporting requirements. Two years experience as an RN preferable in Hospice, home health, community health, or oncology unit or in a Medical/surgical area. Two year’s experience as an RN for an inpatient Hospice Unit

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*Summary of Duties and Responsibilities* *:* Provides direct care to patients in accordance with Medical Director orders and plan of care. As an On-call after-hour and weekend patient/family triage role, the night nurse provides support, information and skilled nursing care as needed. *Reporting Relationship:* Clinical Care Manager *Position Type:* Per-Diem/On-Call *Job Details and Essential Functions:* * Triages after-hour and weekend calls from patients/families; performs or coordinates home visits as requested/needed. * Actively participates in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care, in accordance with current professional standards and practice * Participates in admission and ongoing patient assessments * Responsible for developing, evaluating and adjusting the patient’s Plan of Care (POC) as indicated * Contributes to patient and family counseling and education * Collaborates with physicians and staff regarding patients’ changing condition * Oversees licensed nurses and CHHA’s in the delivery of patient care * Performs administrative functions relating to clinical records, care plans, QAPI, safety, infection control and mandatory abuse reporting requirements * Provides support to patients/families regarding patient care services * Responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe environment for patients/families, and a safe working environment for self and coworkers. * Participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program and Hospice sponsored in-service *Knowledge and Skills:* *Required* * Sensitivity to and ability to interact with various racial, religious, and ethnic cultures in the organization service area * Ability to solicit sensitive information from patients and their families/caregivers * Ability to remain calm with patients and their families/caregivers under fast paced, emotional conditions * Explain complex ideas and procedures so patients and their families/caregivers can understand the issues related to Hospice care * Knowledge of State and federal Medicare Hospice regulations desirable * Knowledge of terminal care criteria and end of life issues * Demonstrate communications and interpersonal skill * Demonstrate adaptability, organization, attention-to-detail, thoroughness, responsibility and leadership qualities * Uses independent judgment and decision-making to organize work and establish priorities * Responsible for professional demonstration of the Hospice of the Foothills mission * Providing accurate and timely records of critical events * Cooperation with the Governing Body, Executive Director, physicians, IDT members, and HOF CCH coworkers * Read, write, and communicate on a professional level * Perform multiple tasks in a timely manner *Desired* * Public speaking, developing relationships with identified partners, groups, businesses with whom Hospice of the Foothills may have or need to establish affiliation *Education & Experience:* *Required* * Two years experience as an RN preferable in Hospice, home health, community health, or oncology unit or in a Medical/surgical area * Demonstrated competence in Hospice care delivery techniques * Knowledge of State and Medicare Hospice regulations * Knowledge of terminal care and end-of-life issues * Participate in appropriate continuing education * Expected to accept personal responsibility for other educational activities to enhance job-related skills and abilities, and to attend mandatory educational programs *Desired* * Two year’s experience as an RN for an inpatient Hospice Unit * BSN with public health certificate *License / Certifications:* *Required* * Possess and maintain current California RN license * Possess and maintain current CPR certificate * Possess and maintain valid California driver’s license, a reliable automobile and evidence of appropriate liability insurance *Desired* * Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) Job Type: Part-time Pay: $43.83 - $55.76 per hour Expected hours: 15 per week Work Location: In person

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