What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice On Call RN position at Beacon of Hope Hospice?
Hospice On Call RN
Schedule:
Monday through Thursday 5pm-midnight
Friday 5pm-Monday 8am
Beacon of Hope Hospice is here to alleviate the pain, anxiety, and overwhelming array of decisions that inundate one's life at this time.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (includes but not limited to the following):
- Provides skilled nursing services in accordance with the orders of a physician and under a plan of care in a patient’s home. Has the responsibility for the observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counsel, care and health teaching of the hospice patient and family.
- Performs, completes and documents initial and ongoing assessment of the impact of the terminal diagnosis on the patient’s physical, functional, psychosocial and environmental needs and activities of daily living including:
- Risk for pathological grief
- Cultural and spiritual implications
- Verbal and non-verbal communication patterns
- Initiates IDT Plan of Care with consultation from the basic IDT members, attending physician and medical director. Reviews and revises the plan as necessary.
- Determines the scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited nursing school. Must possess a current license to practice nursing in the state of practice. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in general nursing practice, hospice experience and/or palliative, end of life care preferred. Should have good communication skills, ability to work well with others, function well under pressure, and function independently. Must comply with the standards outlined in the Nurse Practice Act.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $74,880.00 - $85,280.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Physical Setting:
- Outpatient
Experience:
- hospice: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Nurse License (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $74,880 - $85,280
