RN Per Diem

Job Description

We are seeking for RN – Per Diem to join our team!

For over 40 years Hospice of the Valleys has provided patients and families with compassion and clinical expertise to help them through this life changing event.

Hospice of the Valleys has proudly served the Southwest Riverside County and Fallbrook communities. We know the excellent care we provide to our patients is a direct result of the tremendously talented and caring clinicians on our team. Consider joining Hospice of the Valleys on this journey.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible to the nursing team leaders for completion of assigned primary, admit or liaison nursing functions based on staffing and patient/family needs on a daily basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current RN License within the State. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing a plus.
• Minimum of one-year experience as a professional nurse within the last 3 years in an acute care setting or hospice/home health setting.
• Demonstrated competency in performance of professional nursing functions.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality concerning patient and family information.
• Competent using computers with knowledge of electronic medical records documentation.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays in a rotation.
• This position requires a personal vehicle in order to perform the essential job functions. A valid California driver’s license including an acceptable driving record, and auto insurance coverage, as set forth below, are required. You will be required to travel within the organization’s area of service which includes; Aguanga, Canyon Lake, Fallbrook, Hemet, Homeland, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, Nuevo, Perris, Quail Valley, Romoland, San Jacinto, Sun City, Temecula, Wildomar, and Winchester. This travel may include freeway, city and rural road travel and travel during busy commuter times.

Definition of Acceptable Driving Record

• No more than three moving violations or more than one chargeable accident during the past 36 months, or
• No major convictions (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, etc.) within the past seven years, or
• No license suspensions or revocations within the past seven years.

Vehicle Insurance Requirements

• $15,000 property damage and a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury coverage.
• Drivers are required to provide Hospice of the Valleys with a copy of their automobile insurance declaration page indicating proof of property and liability coverage prior to employment and ongoing with each policy renewal period.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following non-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties to this job at any time. All duties are to be performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Hospice of the Valleys policies and procedures.

• Assist primary nurses in the management of their caseloads and assist team leader in responding to patient/family needs in accordance with the plan of care.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team assigned to the patient to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Provide liaison/information visits as assigned.
• Assess and admit patients, develop plan of care and complete related paperwork in accordance with HOV policies and procedures.
• Check with nurse team coordinator(s) daily for direction concerning essential and suggested team support activities for that day.
• Assist with nurse team coordinators’ activities as requested.
• Assist with the maintenance of medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with licensing and certification regulations as requested.
• Share in providing 24-hour, 7 day-a-week coverage to patient/families when necessary.
• Accept other assignments as appropriate.

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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $47.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $47