Per diem RN

About the role

The Per Diem RN plays a crucial role in providing outstanding patient care and high-level customer service in the Chapters Health communities. This position is more than just a job; it's a mission to support terminally ill patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Achieve patient/family needs through the nursing process and coordinate the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
• Provide palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.
• Complete clinical admissions for all Company services, including explaining services, addressing patient/family concerns, and initiating the Plan of Care.
• Manage the emotional stress of working with terminally ill patients and their families.
• Communicate frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up and prepare for next assignments.
• Develop strong relationships with case managers, physicians, and other professionals at facilities.
• Support the Company through participation in community and professional organizations, and share expertise with co-workers.
• Supervise patient care given by other nursing team members during emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• One (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy.
• Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule.
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
• Effective communication in English (verbal and written).
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients.
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families.
• Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area.
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Satisfactory completion of competency requirements for this position.
• Professionalism in representing the Company.
• Compliance with State, federal, and local government regulations.
• Observance of Company's health, safety, and security practices.
• Maintenance of confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues, and other sensitive situations within the Company.
• Fiscally responsible use of resources.
• Participation in community and professional organizations.
• Continuous improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• Use of electronic media skills.
• Sharing expertise with co-workers.
• Participation in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$47.00

Schedule

Per Diem