Registered Nurse
Company: VITAS Healthcare
Location: Denton
Posted on: June 26, 2022
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Job Description:
The VITAS RN is a member of the interdisciplinary team who work
together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and
spiritual needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal
illness and bereavement. The VITAS RN is designated to provide
coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each
patient's and family's needs and implementation of the
interdisciplinary plan of care.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The Registered Nurse, RN, is a member of the interdisciplinary team
who work together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial,
emotional and spiritual needs of hospice patients and families
facing terminal illness and bereavement. The Registered Nurse, RN,
is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure continuous
assessment of each patients and family's needs and implementation
of the interdisciplinary plan of care.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Case Management and Supervision for Registered Nurse, RN1.
Registered Nurse, RN, follows VITAS policies and standards (See
VITAS Standards Manual) and practices within the scope of the RN
license and has knowledge of hospice eligibility requirements2.
Registered Nurse, RN, reports any request to practice outside of
scope of license to the manager/supervisor3. Registered Nurse, RN,
performs supervision of (VITAS employed and contracted) nursing
tasks delegated to Hospice Aides, Licensed Practical/Vocational
Nurses (and contracted Registered Nurses) and Volunteers per the
plan of care4. Registered Nurse, RN, completes initial and ongoing
comprehensive assessments including physical, psychosocial,
spiritual, and bereavement in order to provide palliation of
end-of-life symptoms5. Registered Nurse, RN, appropriately
identifies/utilizes resources, referrals such as PT, OT, Home
Health, Dietary, Pharmacy, Supplies, Home Medical Equipment, and
other visits/consults6. Registered Nurse, RN, completes
documentation at the time of the event and at the location of care
unless otherwise directed7. Registered Nurse, RN, provides
education and training to patients, families, caregivers and
referral sources in the care of the patient, including pain
management8. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in patient care
meetings as assigned9. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in weekly
team meetings10. Registered Nurse, RN, provides effective
communication/shift reports through written, verbal, reporting and
body language11. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in bereavement
support12. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in the on-call
rotation and/or provides shifts during non-business hours such as
evenings, weekends and holidays based upon program-identified
needs13. Registered Nurse, RN, provides visits/shifts in program
coverage area14. Registered Nurse, RN, works with IDG to develop,
coordinate, and follow the patients individualized plan of care15.
Registered Nurse, RN, obtains physician orders when necessary16.
Registered Nurse, RN, provides those services requiring substantial
and specialized nursing skill17. Registered Nurse, RN, evaluates
the outcome of services18. Registered Nurse, RN, appropriately
delegates nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers,
and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursesa) Connecticut: For
activities other than those listed in section 19-13D69(d)(3) of the
Connecticut Department of Public Health delegated to a
Hospice/Homemaker, the RN will document in the clinical record
that: i. All factors pertinent to the patient's safety, including
the competence of the Hospice Aide/Homemaker have been assessed ii.
Determination that this activity can be delegated safely to a
Hospice Aide/Homemaker19. Registered Nurse, RN, provides nursing
care including nursing tasks that may be delegated to other roles
such as LPNs, HAs and Volunteers20. Registered Nurse, RN,
participates in and monitors patient and family care compliance
activities21. Registered Nurse, RN, professionally
manages/coordinates the hospice plan of care22. Registered Nurse,
RN, provides and follows infection control practices23. Registered
Nurse, RN, delivers care in accordance with the patients plan of
care. i. Provides primary nursing care for inpatient and continuous
care patients as assigned.
b. Quality Improvementa. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in the
Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program and
related activities as assigned. For the Registered Nurse, RN, this
may include, but is not limited to:b. Registered Nurse, RN,
participation in Performance Improvement Project(s) (PIP)c.
Registered Nurse, RN, gathering clinical data which is used for
quality measures
c. Professional Developmenta. Registered Nurse, RN, develops and
achieves professional growth goals and objectives personally and
per Team Manager reviewsb. Registered Nurse, RN, responsible for
attending orientation and regularly scheduled
in-services/educational conferences as assignedc. Registered Nurse,
RN, participates in orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers and
other IDG members as assignedd. Registered Nurse, RN, participates
in training activities internally within VITAS and externally as
assignede. Registered Nurse, RN, provides customer servicef.
Registered Nurse, RN, maintains focus on the patient and family
experience of careg. Registered Nurse, RN, serves as a patient and
family advocateh. Registered Nurse, RN, reports
patient/family/customer complaints to Team Manageri. Registered
Nurse, RN, participates in patient/family/customer conflict
resolution as applicablej. Registered Nurse, RN, represents the
nursing profession, the VITAS site/location and VITAS overall in a
positive manner
JOB REQUIREMENTSa. Registered Nurse, RN, has reliable
transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and
passengers.b. Registered Nurse, RN, has telephone available
(cellular or land line)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands for the Registered Nurse, RN described in this
job description are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of the Registered Nurse, RN, the
employee is regularly required to:1. Assist in lifting and
transferring patients, as required.2. Lift objects in excess of 20
pounds3. Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day4. Talk and
hear Specific vision abilities required for the Registered Nurse,
RN include:1. Close vision2. Distance vision3. Ability to adjust
focus
The Registered Nurse, RN will be required to sit and stoop, kneel,
and crouch.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE, RN1. Currently licensed to
practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located.2.
A minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home
health, or community health in the last five years.3. Equivalent
experience or licensure may be considered
DIRECTION RECEIVEDReports directly to the Team Manager.
VITAS - Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life
care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal
and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you'll find
fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to
making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than
just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your
field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and
vital to our hospice mission.All VITAS employees commit to
fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest
regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye
focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with
commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by
embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person,
make your voice heard-find your purpose at VITAS today.Benefits
Include:
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night
shifts, weekdays or weekends.Choose a Career with VITAS
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