What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend On Call RN position at Angel Hands Hospice?
Initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the impact of the terminal disease on the patients physical, functional, psychosocial, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report, evaluations, and ADLs, (i.e., risk for grief, cultural and spiritual, verbal and non-verbal).
Apply specific criteria for admission and re-certification to hospice care to establish appropriate levels of care and the patient’s eligibility.
Implement/develop/document the plan of care to ensure quality and continuity of care and recommend revisions to the plan as necessary.
Consult with and educate the patient and family regarding disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, nutrition and dietary needs. Prioritize any needs with the members of the IDG. Provide training to other staff as needed.
Determine scope and frequency of services needed based on acuity and patient/family needs. Assess the ability of the care giver to meet the patient’s immediate needs upon admission and throughout care.
Initiate appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
Applies concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating and performing patient care.
activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease
Weekend On Call (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) $75.00 pay per day ($225.00 just to be on call) Plus extra pay for any visits, death, admissions etc.
More information please contact us at 214-267-1800
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $225
