Hospice RN

Overview Shift

• Saturday - Sunday | 8:00
• AM - 8:00 PM Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare! As a Hospice RN 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 Hospice RN uses clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, teaching and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence. The Hospice RN 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 Hospice RN 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. #HotJobsFD Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Here are just a few:
• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

· Makes visits to the homes of patients requiring home health nursing services and assumes responsibility for an ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient. · Performs initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with agency policies and procedures. · Performs nursing assessment at each visit in accordance with agency policies and procedures. · Ensures quality and safe delivery of services to patients according to the care plan. · Uses equipment and supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses Licensure/Certifciations: Valid license as Registered Nurse in state where providing care. Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements. Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse. CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification. Minimum Experience: One year nursing experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

Other

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Apply Today! Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? Apply now to join our team + make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve through compassionate care! #UPaHomeNursing #UPAH123