Care Center RN - Days

Job DetailsJob Location: Lourdes - Waterford Township, MI 48328Salary Range: $36.00 - $36.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Dayposition summary

The Care Center Registered Nurse (RN) is a member of the interdisciplinary team who provides hospice/skilled professional nursing care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the medical plan of care.  The Care Center RN is committed to the philosophy, goals, and objectives of Angela Hospice and the Felician Franciscan Core Values.

posItion reports to:  Director of Inpatient Services

essential job functions

Completes an ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs
Provides quality, professional nursing care to patients utilizing specialized nursing skills related to end-of-life care
May initiate the patient’s plan of care and includes the patient and the family in the planning process
Performs comprehensive assessment of assigned patients in a timely manner upon admission and as required
Assesses and evaluates patients and makes necessary revisions to the plan of care as patient status and needs change
Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures  
Administers and documents medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
Orders medications as needed from pharmacy
Educates the patients and families regarding medications, treatments and procedures, disease process, and end of life care/process
Uses established confidential communication channels to communicate pertinent information
Communicates patient/family concerns to appropriate interdisciplinary team member and initiates a corrective action if required
Assists the patient with activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care
Lifts, moves, and transports patients using proper body mechanics or lifting devices
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given 
Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate
Communicates with the physician and/or nurse practitioner regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition
Communicates and collaborates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan
Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate
Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient
Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient and family/caregiver
Attends interdisciplinary group meetings as needed
Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services
are available
Maintains the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each patient and interacts with patients in a manner of compassion and empathy
Reports an incident or evidence of abuse or violation of residents rights to the Lead Nurse, Director of Inpatient Services, or any administrative staff
Provides clinical supervision of LPNs, SNAs, hospice aides, and volunteers and delegates responsibilities when required

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the occupant of this job.  The Care Center RN may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

OTHER DUTIES

Maintains knowledge of and compliance with current Medicare/Medicaid, state/federal rules and regulations for hospice services
Ensures compliance with the Medicare conditions of participation and other state regulations that govern the provision of healthcare
Complies with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements in accordance with federal, state and organizational policies
Participates in organizational monitoring of the quality of medical services and quality improvement initiatives
Develops, maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance at seminars, conferences and participation in continuing education and in-service classes
Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted assignments
Demonstrates knowledge in counseling patient/family in dealing with end-of-life issues
Supports department operations as directed as well as being assigned to any special projects
Performs tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the position, but which may be altered based upon the need of the organization
Meets on-going requirements to remain compliant with Federal/State and/or other regulatory guidelines
Participates in efforts and initiatives to promote growth and longevity of the organization within your departmental scope
Performs other duties as directed by the President/CEO, Director of Inpatient Services, or other assigned designee

qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current license in the State of Michigan
CPR Certified
Hospice experience in an inpatient or home care setting preferred
Excellent organization and time management skills
Proficient computer knowledge and skill
Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Capacity to lift, position and/or transfer patients
Auditory and visual skills
Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
Knowledge of Federal/State, NHPCO, and CHAP regulations and guidelines

standard requirements

Supports the Felician Franciscan Core Values, and Vision of Angela Hospice:

Respect for Human Dignity

Provides an individualized/person centered approach in all interactions
Respects and honors differing cultures, viewpoints and beliefs

Compassion

Demonstrates patience and kindness
Goes the extra mile to meet others’ needs

Transformation

Represents the organization positively in the workplace and in the community as demonstrated through appearance, words and actions
Team player – supports and encourages others; works with other team members to achieve goals
Accountability/ownership – knows and understands responsibilities of job; adheres to organizational policies

Solidarity with People in Need

Provides love, care and support for all; regardless of financial circumstance
Supports those in the organization/community needing help

Justice and Peace

Treats the organization’s and patients’ property with care and respect
Resolves conflicts in a positive, constructive manner

supervisory responsibility

This position does require the ability to supervise LPNs, SNAs, hospice aides, and is also required to orient employees as needed and will act as a mentor to staff and volunteers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires sitting and standing for long periods.  The position is also exposed to infectious diseases and requires lifting of a minimum of 50+ pounds regularly.  It also requires bending, stooping, turning and twisting on a regular basis. He/she requires the ability to operate a computer, phone and other office equipment as needed.  Manual dexterity is also required to perform tasks including computer tasks.

work environment

This position operates in a health care setting. The role requires walking to various areas of the building and working directly with patients and other team members. 

expected hours of work

This is a position in a hospice care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  Scheduled regular, additional and holiday shifts as well as work during inclement weather will be required.

travel

This position does not include travel routinely, but may require travel as necessary.

QualificationsQualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current license in the State of Michigan
CPR Certified
Hospice experience in an inpatient or home care setting preferred
Excellent organization and time management skills
Proficient computer knowledge and skill
Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist
Ability to work with little or no supervision
Capacity to lift, position and/or transfer patients
Auditory and visual skills
Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
Knowledge of Federal/State, NHPCO, and CHAP regulations and guidelines