Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Accountabilities

Assessment and Planning

a. Assesses patient physiological, psychosocial, developmental, environmental needs, and the
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 families' need for supportive care. Considers the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 patient/family when assessing the patient's needs. Assesses pain and other symptoms. Offers
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 input into the interdisciplinary Plan of Care based on assessments. Provides assessment to
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 physician. Documents assessments in the medical record .

b. Develops an individualized nursing and a CNA plan of care, as needed, seeking input from the
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 patient and family. Monitors and updates the plans of care, as needed, due to changes in status
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 and family needs.

c. Assess for, and provides education to, patient/family. Monitors the patient's/family's need for
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 additional services and refers to other members of the hospice team.

d. Develops a plan of care for the time of death that meets the express wishes of the patient/family.

Implementation

a.Performs appropriate nursing interventions with thorough and timely documentation in patient's
\u00A0\u00A0 chart. \u00A0Utilizes standing orders and medical authorization guidelines to guide practice.

b. Reports assessment findings and changes in patient's condition to physician; \u00A0makes

\u00A0\u00A0 recommendations.

c. Recognizes the family decision-making role and patient's right to self-determination.

d. Oversees CNA's performance of the Plan of Care according to requirements.

Evaluation

Evaluates the the effectiveness of specific interventions and the resulting movement toward goals. The evaluation process is reflected by patient's response to any treatment and/or medication administered, patient's disease progression and family's response to change, patient's progress toward goals and achieved outcomes, patient/family response to teaching, family caregiver's potential and current ability to cope with the physical and emotional demands of their role in patient's care, and cultural needs and/or developmental needs.\u00A0

Bereavement

Understands the importance of continued support for the family during the process of bereavement through bereavement follow-up with patient's family, supporting the bereavement POC, attending funeral, visitations or memorial services whenever possible, and attending scheduled bereavement program events, supporting those families served. Is knowledgeable of the process of grief/loss and demonstrates appropriate supportive interventions.

Continuity

a. Facilitates continuity of care with other team members and other agencies through accurate and
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 timely exchange of information. \u00A0Communicates on a regular basis with all staff/volunteers
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 regarding patient status. Communicates with physicians and others, as needed, to coordinate and
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 ensure quality care. Provides ongoing communication with all Hospice team members. Attends
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 and participates in\u00A0 team meetings, briefings and other related activities.

b. Communicates verbally and in writing with pharmacy, DME vendors, material management and insurance
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 companies to help control agency costs.

c. Documents all clinical findings, interventions, physician orders, changes in the Plan of Care,\u00A0telephone calls, team conferences and referrals.

d. Initiates POC at time of death and notifies all appropriate persons/agencies. Completes all\u00A0discharge paperwork.

Agency Needs

Performs the following tasks in support of the general needs of the department:

a. Participates in review of quality data and makes appropriate recommendations for improvement.

b. Performs admission, evaluation visits and consultative services as requested.

c. Works on various projects and committees as requested.

d. Educates the public regarding end-of life issues.

e. Assists with the orientation and training of students/new employees/Volunteers.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Education

Associate's Degree- Nursing

Minimum Experience

No experience required.

2 years- Acute Care Nursing is preferred.

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

RN - REGISTERED NURSE - (Code NLRN)

Valid driver\u2019s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart, and a certificate of auto insurance.

Other Required Experience

BSN- Preferred

Experience in hospice or other home care services- Preferred\u00A0

Work Shift

Location

Facility

Department

Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Accountabilities

Assessment and Planning

a. Assesses patient physiological, psychosocial, developmental, environmental needs, and the
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 families' need for supportive care. Considers the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 patient/family when assessing the patient's needs. Assesses pain and other symptoms. Offers
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 input into the interdisciplinary Plan of Care based on assessments. Provides assessment to
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 physician. Documents assessments in the medical record .

b. Develops an individualized nursing and a CNA plan of care, as needed, seeking input from the
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 patient and family. Monitors and updates the plans of care, as needed, due to changes in status
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 and family needs.

c. Assess for, and provides education to, patient/family. Monitors the patient's/family's need for
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 additional services and refers to other members of the hospice team.

d. Develops a plan of care for the time of death that meets the express wishes of the patient/family.

Implementation

a.Performs appropriate nursing interventions with thorough and timely documentation in patient's
\u00A0\u00A0 chart. \u00A0Utilizes standing orders and medical authorization guidelines to guide practice.

b. Reports assessment findings and changes in patient's condition to physician; \u00A0makes

\u00A0\u00A0 recommendations.

c. Recognizes the family decision-making role and patient's right to self-determination.

d. Oversees CNA's performance of the Plan of Care according to requirements.

Evaluation

Evaluates the the effectiveness of specific interventions and the resulting movement toward goals. The evaluation process is reflected by patient's response to any treatment and/or medication administered, patient's disease progression and family's response to change, patient's progress toward goals and achieved outcomes, patient/family response to teaching, family caregiver's potential and current ability to cope with the physical and emotional demands of their role in patient's care, and cultural needs and/or developmental needs.\u00A0

Bereavement

Understands the importance of continued support for the family during the process of bereavement through bereavement follow-up with patient's family, supporting the bereavement POC, attending funeral, visitations or memorial services whenever possible, and attending scheduled bereavement program events, supporting those families served. Is knowledgeable of the process of grief/loss and demonstrates appropriate supportive interventions.

Continuity

a. Facilitates continuity of care with other team members and other agencies through accurate and
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 timely exchange of information. \u00A0Communicates on a regular basis with all staff/volunteers
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 regarding patient status. Communicates with physicians and others, as needed, to coordinate and
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 ensure quality care. Provides ongoing communication with all Hospice team members. Attends
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 and participates in\u00A0 team meetings, briefings and other related activities.

b. Communicates verbally and in writing with pharmacy, DME vendors, material management and insurance
\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0 companies to help control agency costs.

c. Documents all clinical findings, interventions, physician orders, changes in the Plan of Care,\u00A0telephone calls, team conferences and referrals.

d. Initiates POC at time of death and notifies all appropriate persons/agencies. Completes all\u00A0discharge paperwork.

Agency Needs

Performs the following tasks in support of the general needs of the department:

a. Participates in review of quality data and makes appropriate recommendations for improvement.

b. Performs admission, evaluation visits and consultative services as requested.

c. Works on various projects and committees as requested.

d. Educates the public regarding end-of life issues.

e. Assists with the orientation and training of students/new employees/Volunteers.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Education

Associate's Degree- Nursing

Minimum Experience

No experience required.

2 years- Acute Care Nursing is preferred.

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

RN - REGISTERED NURSE - (Code NLRN)

Valid driver\u2019s license, an acceptable motor vehicle record as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart, and a certificate of auto insurance.

Other Required Experience

BSN- Preferred

Experience in hospice or other home care services- Preferred\u00A0

Work Shift

Location

Facility

Department

Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.