What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice RN On Call position at Affinity Care of Ohio?
Job Summary
The on-call RN is responsible for coordinating care, providing direct care/support for hospice patients and their families in the home and various nursing facility settings. The on-call nursing schedule runs daily from 5:00p - 8:30a every other week. Flexible schedule, full time, part-time per diem. YOU DO NOT CARRY PHONES-triage nurse handles calls, you only go out if needed.
Responsibilities and Duties
On-call support after agency hours for hospice patients/families with regard to comfort, symptom management, medication management, DME needs, admissions, discharges, proper documentation and coordination of care between hospice interdisciplinary team & facilities.
Qualifications and Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current licensure by Ohio State Board of Nursing
- Self starter, excellent time management skills, ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment, dependable, autonomous worker, current clinical skills, flexible, professional and tactful.
- CPR certification required.
- Holds valid driver's license and current drivers insurance coverage.
Schedule:
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends
