Primary Registered Nurse

Description

Primary Registered Nurse - Sturgeon Bay Territory

At Unity Hospice, we are dedicated to honoring life by bringing peace of mind and comfort when it matters most. With over 46 years of compassionate care, we take pride in the supportive and collaborative environment we provide for our team members. By joining Unity, you will become part of a dedicated team of professionals who share our core values of Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, and Accountability. Together, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families. 

The Primary Registered Nurse is responsible for being the primary case manager for patients who live in the community and within facilities. The primary nurse collaborates with float nurses to provide safe, consistent, and compassionate care to both the patient and their family. Flexibility, teamwork, and exceptional communication are a must for the primary nurse. The primary nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide updates and to achieve high-quality patient standards. This role is in the Sturgeon Bay territory and may travel outside of the Sturgeon Bay area at times.

Schedule: 36 hours per week, 4 days per week - 9-hour shifts, minimum every 3rd weekend, on-call rotation every 6 weeks, approximately 2 holidays per year.

Key Job Duties

1. Provide clinical and supporting case management based on patient’s diagnosis and end-of-life symptoms.
2. Complete initial, comprehensive, and updated assessments of patient and family needs. 
3. Develop, implement and review care plans for patient and family. Update care plan as the needs of the patient and family change
4. Prepare for and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings as scheduled
5. Communicate with all interdisciplinary team members
6. Report appropriate findings and communicate significant changes to attending physician and processes physician/NP orders
7. Teach family members patient care skills and encourage their participation including, but not limited to, pain control, medication management, dressings, hygiene and nutrition 
8. Administer and titrate medication according to physician/nurse practitioner orders 
9. Delegate nursing duties to LPN and supervise care provided by CNA 
10. Prioritize daily work and make adjustments taking into account the needs of patients, Unity and other staff
11. Complete new patient admissions as needed
12. Maintain level of competency in required areas (primary and admissions roles)
13. Comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations as well as policies and procedures of Unity
14. Satisfy mandatory training requirements regarding local, state and federal regulations and/or Unity’s policies and procedures
15. Consistently and concisely document activity according to department protocols and standards
16. Promote and maintain confidentiality
17. Maintain personal and professional boundaries
18. Perform other job-related duties as assigned
19. Maintain regular and reliable attendance
20. Shares in providing 24-hour, seven day-a-week coverage

Why Unity? Unity is dedicated to supporting your well-being, growth, and success with a range of valuable benefits!

Health: We provide comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care. On-site health risk assessments and flu shots are also available to keep you and your family well.

Life: Unity values work-life balance, offering paid time off, extended illness and injury bank, bereavement leave, an Employee Assistance Program, and fitness membership reimbursement to support your personal needs and interests outside of work.

Security: For your financial peace of mind, Unity offers a 403(b) retirement savings plan, group life insurance, voluntary life insurance, as well as accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.

Compensation: We reward your skills and commitment with competitive pay, overtime opportunities for hourly roles, and mileage reimbursement.

Career: Grow with Unity through internal and external learning opportunities, education assistance, and leadership development programs designed to support your professional journey.

Unity’s Nurse Fellowship Residency Program provides all newly hired nurses, regardless of prior experience, with a thorough orientation that includes at least 10 weeks with a dedicated preceptor and a 9-month curriculum focused on building essential hospice skills and f