RN - Home Health & Hospice (PRN)

About the Role

Patient-centered Nursing Care and Case Management of Home Care and Hospice patients in the home setting.

Schedule

PRN / Variable Hours

Pay

$42.66 per hour + differentials based on experience, shift, and PRN status.

Responsibilities

• Administer skilled nursing care and case management in the home to Home Care and Hospice patients as authorized by the physician.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate the nursing care plan for each patient.
• Observe patients for signs and symptoms of complications and report to the physician.
• Supervise home health aides and LPNs assigned to patients.
• Promote health and well-being of patients through teaching, supervising, counseling, and appropriate preventative and treatment measures.
• Utilize community resources and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Take rotating "call" on weekends, holidays, and evenings to respond to patient needs.
• Comply with Livingston HealthCare Policies and Procedures.
• Provide evidence-based care, education, and support for hospice patients, families, and caregivers.
• Document care responsibly and accurately, including competency in electronic medical records.
• Track and record mileage on appropriate forms.
• Actively participate in Quality Improvement and accept accountability for own actions.
• Complete annual competencies within the assigned time frame.
• Attend and participate in Hospice Interdisciplinary, Quality Improvement, department staff, in-services, and Home Care team meetings.
• Maintain the agency’s image of quality care by providing excellent, patient-centered nursing care.
• Attend the first available Hospice Volunteer training class if not already trained.
• Give talks to community groups as requested in collaboration with the Home Care/Hospice Manager.
• Assist in annual Hospice volunteer training as requested.

Requirements

• Current Montana RN license.
• BSN, AD, or Diploma in Nursing.
• Good assessment skills.
• Ability to function independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
• Own vehicle for visits and a current Motor Vehicle License.
• Current BLS certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of recent nursing experience, preferably in community health and/or care of terminally ill patients.