Registered Nurse - Hospice IPU - Nights
Explore opportunities with Casa de la Luz Hospice Inpatient Unit (Casa at the Hacienda) in Tucson, AZ, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.
About the role
As the Registered Nurse, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluate personal and professional performance and make necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. Adheres to and supports the policies/procedures/goals/objectives of hospice to assure quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days
- Initiates and coordinates the plan of care while maintaining accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition
- Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
- Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily
Requirements
- Current unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice
- 1+ years of clinical experience
- Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
Qualifications
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Schedule
Nights, 7pm-7am, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
Pay
The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
$2,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates.