On Call RN

Description

JOB TITLE : On Call Registered Nurse

FUNCTION

Provides nursing care to Hospice of the Upstate patients in accordance with Medicare Conditions of Participation and organizational policies following medical directives and Hospice plan of care. This position will be managing the evening and / or weekend shift including Triage, 24 hour symptom management, Admissions, Visits & Deaths.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under minimal supervision while ensuring quality health care. Reports to the Home Care Patient Care Coordinator.

QUALFICATIONS

1. Two years experience in hospice care preferred.

2. Must have a current South Carolina license as a Registered Nurse.

3. Must have a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance at required levels.

4. Must have reliable transportation.

5. Demonstrate the ability to work well and professionally under stress with flexibility and independence.

6. Demonstrate the ability to manage workload and schedule effectively and efficiently.

7. Must be empathetic and have the ability to relate well to patients, families, and members of the Hospice of the Upstate care team.

8. Understands and embraces the hospice philosophy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

(These tasks are illustrative only; to carry out the day-to-day functions of the job, other duties may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.)

• Responds promptly to patient / family needs after hours in a manner that promotes the quality of care expected by Hospice of the Upstate.
• Documents routine visits, follow-up visits, on-call visits, and phone calls within 24 hours of the event.
• Documents visits and patient / family contact in appropriate note with visit type.
• Provides education, training, and support to the hospice patient / family as directed by the patient's plan of care and as needed-understanding that patient / family educational needs will change as the patient's disease progresses.
• Communicates patient needs and changes to Hospice Medical Director, attending physician, and contracting agencies that provide services.
• Develops, implements, and updates team care plans reflective of patient / family wishes and appropriate level of care.
• Ensures a care plan is open for every problem identified in the assessment and include interventions. Care plans are addressed on visits.
• Ensures all guidelines are met for changes in level of care and care location.
• Communicates and collaborates with Rainey Hospice House staff regarding transfers of home care patients.
• Ensures continuity of care if patient is hospitalized.
• Ensures medication profile remains current.
• Triages calls in a manner that acknowledges emergent needs.
• Reviews the clinical records and completes a physical assessment of the patient
• Listens to the concerns and needs of the patient and family
• Effectively communicates specifically how Hospice of the Upstate will address the expressed needs and concerns.
• Determines hospice eligibility with attending physician and Hospice Medical Director.

17. Responsible for all paperwork related to the admission.

26. Assists in Rainey Hospice House as needed / requested

27. Assumes other duties as necessary.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Standard medical equipment : Lap top computer, phone, BP cuff, and stethoscope.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

May be required to climb steps, stoop, bend or lift up to 35 pounds. Must be able to communicate compassionately with patients, families and the general public.

Requirements

Company Information

Hospice of the Upstate provides compassionate, quality care to seriously ill and terminally ill patients and their families, while offering leadership and community education for end of life.