Chapters Health System·Falls Church, Virginia
The Per Diem RN provides palliative and supportive care to terminally ill patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary group. Responsibilities include coordinating plans of care, performing clinical admissions, and managing direct patient care and education.
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The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.
○ Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner
○ Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses
○ Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs
○ Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy ○ Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs
○ Completes documentation per Company policy
Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.
Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.
Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
Obtains medical record information for the referral.
Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.
Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.
Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.
• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.
Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.
Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
Advance electronic media skills.
Support Company research and educational activities.
Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.
Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.
Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):
see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.
stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance.
pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.
$47.00
This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ [https://info.flclearinghouse.com/].
Requires a current RN license, active BLS certification, and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to handle the emotional and physical demands of hospice care.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.
