What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Hospice Inpatient Care - Part time or PRN position at Hospice Of Hope, Inc?
The RN Inpatient Care provides skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients at our inpatient centers in Maysville, Kentucky and Seaman, Ohio. The RN Inpatient Care plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care through systematic assessment of health needs and optimum utilization of personnel. Duties include:
- Use clinical tools, data and other information to complete assessments of patient needs
- Creates, implements and updates individualized plan of care
- Educate patients and caregivers on benefits, services and other resources
- Document complex medical information to outline and improve results
- Follow quality care processes in compliance with regulatory guidelines and company procedures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with patients, physicians and other stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to patient and family needs in a timely manner
- Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
- Experience in establishing professional and collaborative relationships with patients, families and providers
- Day or night shift, 7:00 to 7:00, part time or as needed PRN
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and current licensure, or eligibility to be licensed, in Kentucky or Ohio. At least one year of experience in a patient care position in a hospital, nursing home, or related health care facility preferred.
Personal qualities of empathy, responsibility and dependability. Must demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, patients, providers, and family members. Must have ability to work independent of direct on-site supervision. Demonstrates leadership and teaching ability. Must carry state minimum in automobile liability insurance.
Must arrange travel and be able to access facilities independently.
