Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Weekender

$10K Sign-on Bonus, external candidates only

UnityPoint at Hospice

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Full time .90 (36 hours)

Friday-Sunday, 8am-8pm

Full time Benefits

Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare! As a Hospice Nurse with UnityPoint at Home, you’ll provide the right plan of care to support comfort and improve the quality of life for your patients. Working one-on-one with patients and their families, you’re a key part of the clinical team that surrounds the patient with support and expertise in end-of-life care. With a flexible schedule and independence, you can make it possible for patients to receive the important care they need where they’re most comfortable – in their homes

The RN Case Manager uses clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, teaching and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence. The RN Case Manager develops and oversees the Hospice plan of care under the direction of the physician and ensure appropriate interdisciplinary involvement to ensure the best outcome for each patient. The RN Case Manager delivers patient care directed by the physician as established in the hospice plan of care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality, improved outcomes and exceptional patient experience.

Education Required:

• Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses and valid license as RN in state(s) where providing care.

Education Preferred:

• BSN or MSN

Experience Required:

• One year nursing experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

Experience Preferred:

• Home care/Hospice experience
• 2 years nursing experience

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.
• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.
• Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.
• CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.

License(s)/Certification(s) Preferred:

• CHPN certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

• Basic knowledge of current, frequently used medications, including modes of administration, actions and side effects.
• Competency in variety of nursing skills and ability to perform without supervision (NPWT, complex wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, ostomy care, chronic disease management assessment and teaching).
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Ability to navigate and perform basic use of Microsoft Office products.
• Maintains a reliable mode of transportation and has the ability to drive safely during all day and night hours and in all types of inclement weather.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Preferred:

• Experience with documentation in an electronic health record.

Other:

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team – For the second consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a  Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare  by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/  to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

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