Hospice RN
Location: Tuscaloosa Alabama
Description: LHC Group is employing Hospice RN right now, this vacancy will be placed in Alabama. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly read the description below. Hospice Complete
Job Summary
Assumes full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluates personal and professional performance and makes necessary changes to! increase productivity and quality of care delivered. Adheres to and supports the policies/procedures/goals/objectives of hospice in an attempt to assure quality patient care. Strives for independence and sound critical decision-making regarding the delivery of patient care in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality. Develops the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implements treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients / families who are facing death and dying issues. Effective communication skills, both verbally and written.
Job Requirements:
Current RN licensure in the state of practice
Current CPR Certification
Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
Hospice experience! preferred
Requirements Job Functions:
Mak! es the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within forty-eight (48) hours of referral
Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed
Initiates and coordinates the plan of care. 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 on a daily basis
Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition. Reports patient condition and any identified needs/issues to Administrator on a daily basis
Supervises and evaluates the home health aide's/homemaker's ability to perform assigned duties every 14 days. Performs supervisory aide visits to the patient's residence every 14 day! s to assess whether goals are being met
Performs supervisory visits with the aide present per state regulations
Participates in daily nursing report on patients to Administrator and provides all necessary documentation
Performs 60 or 90 day record review (recertifications) as appropriate. Follows processes and regulations for admissions and recertifications of hospice patients and reviews findings with Administrator
Participates in Interdisciplinary Group Meeting (IDG) regarding patient care every 14 days
Participates in the QAPI plan and process on a daily basis identifying any problems to Administrator
Compliance with procedures & processes of ordering/obtaining medications ordered by the physician and included in the patient's Plan of care from Hospice Pharmacia. Assures compliance when possible of medication regime within the specified formulary
Maintains up-to-date personnel file
Performs LPN Supervisory visits as assigned by Administrat! or and in accordance with state regulations.
Benefits
! At LHC Group, we offer an opportunity to be part of something that's more than just a job. We are always growing and there are many opportunities for advancement to managerial, directorial and executive roles around the country. We know that our employees work hard, so we offer an excellent and competitive salary and benefits package as well as opportunities to share in our company's financial growth and success. Furthermore, we make sure that you have the tools and technology you need to be able to do your job well, give quality care and seize the opportunities we offer.
Benefits include:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Cancer/Critical Illness insurance
Life insurance
401(K) retirement plan with company match
Flexible spending accounts
Paid time-off
Holiday pay
Voluntary term life insurance
Supplemental Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
D! isability gap insurance
Accident insurance
MedSupport insurance
Employee Assistance Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Bereavement Pay
Orientation period
Continuing Education Units through Online Management System
LHC Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, please visit our website . We look forward to hearing from you!
Salary: . Date posted: 10/24/2013
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to LHC Group.
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This vacancy starts available on: Fri, 25 Oct 2013 03:28:59 GMT