Per Diem Hospice Registered Nurse

Responsibilities

• Initial and on-going assessment of patient's physical, functional, psychosocial and environmental needs
• Implement the individualized plan of care and revisions as needed
• Compliance with AdvisaCare Hospice Policies and Procedures, Medicare compliance
• Consulting with and educating the patient/family on disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life care, dealing with issues of ethical concern
• Supervision of paraprofessionals providing services to patient
• Preparing clinical and progress notes, participating in IDG conferences
• Participate in Hospice performance improvement program
• Maintain high level of customer satisfaction with our clients, families and caregivers
• Communication of information using current process and technology within organization

Requirements

• Current Michigan License in good standing
• Minimum 1 year hospice experience
• Empathetic approach to patients and caregivers
• Participate in field visits daily, weekly office meetings as indicated
• Able to adapt to patient's status and needs on a full time on call basis