PRN Registered Nurse - Hospice

JOB SUMMARY

The Hospice Registered Nurse serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, assumes primary responsibility for the care of a patient/family caseload that includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care provided.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• Holds an active Registered Nurse license, and is eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky. 
• Current BLS certification.

Minimum experience

• Two years' experience as a Registered Nurse.

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 16-31%

Walking - 16-31%

Standing - 16-31%

Bending/Squatting - 1-15%

Climbing/Kneeling - 1-15%

Twisting - 1-15%

 

OSHA Category

Minimal potential for direct exposures.

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

 

Other Physical/Environmental Demands

Lifting - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance

Carrying - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance

Pulling - up to 100lbs

Pushing - up to 100lbs

 

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Mission, Service, and Values

Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs patient assessments and direct nursing services as appropriate to specific age and ongoing assessments as necessary as well as home care needs.
• Explains philosophy, purpose, scope and role of hospice to patients/families.
• Prepares and implements treatment plan for patient and family, in collaboration with the patient and family and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Orders needed medication, supplies, and equipment.
• Instructs caregivers in the proper use of medication, supplies and equipment, and in the basic skills required to care for the patient in the home.
• Functions as a liaison between patient/family and other care providers of the interdisciplinary team.
• Takes call for Hospice as assigned by Hospice Coordinator.
• Supervises Hospice Certified Nurse Aides.
• Educates patient and/or caregiver on disease process and consults with physician as needed.
• Reviews, educates, and updates medications accurately and timely.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

T.J Pledge

I Will Show Compassion

-see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.

-recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health matters

-show kindness and compassion towards my customers at all times

-be sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customer

I Will Cooperate With Others

-maintain zero tolerance for abusive behavior

-listen and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistake

-never underestimate the power of an apology

-refrain from blame and judgment

-bring a sense of calm to stressful situations

I Will Collaborate With Others

-value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working together

-treat others in a way that I would like to be treated

-participate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Health

-foster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insults

-speak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammates

-value the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the whole

-meet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my job

I Will Communicate

-smile - at everyone

-always introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interaction

-follow the 10/5 rule: always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet away

-escort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destination

I Will Adapt To Change

-be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challenge

-embrace change and set the example for those around me

-accept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and/or I have no control over

-manage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as needed

I Will Be A Champion

-serve with passion

-view myself as an owner of T.J. Regional He