Hospice Travel Nurse

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Our people are the difference.

Transitions Care is a leading hospice organization that has changed the hospice experience for patients, families, and team members.

Imagine a healthcare company that provides 24 / 7 access to services in the comfort of the patient's home - providing the physical, emotional, and spiritual support that allows a patient to focus on living.

At Transitions, you don't have to imagine! Apply now to join our team and experience the Transitions difference!

As a Transitions Care Travel Nurse you will travels within the five states that Transitions Hospice provides services. The hospice travel nurse will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team in the location in which they are assigned to provide compassionate, end of life care.

The hospice travel nurse will uphold the company mission and values while working independently or while training new team members.

This position will require travel up to 70% and will be responsible for Nursing, Education and Leadership responsibilities as follows

Major Responsibilities

Nursing

• Seek and obtain sufficient information necessary to function effectively in the Hospice setting where the patient / family / caregiver are requiring care.
• Utilize clinical knowledge to individualize an interdisciplinary plan of care to include problem identification, interventions, and goals to address palliative comfort measures for the terminally ill patient / family / caregiver.
• Consistently collaborate with the physician to plan and implement the medical and nursing plan of care.
• Review the comprehensive interdisciplinary plan of care with the IDG Team. Communicate in writing in the chart and verbally with the IDG to coordinate interventions and ensure continuity of care.
• Facilitate and participate in the IDG care conference and contribute to patient care planning.
• Respond to all emergency calls in an effective manner. Prioritizing based on the needs of the patient.

Education

• Act as a mentor who facilitates individual staff development from novice to expert.
• Participate in the orientation of new personnel and assists with field training as needed.
• Teach patient / family / caregiver disease process and self-care techniques as appropriate. Provide medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by physician and recognize and utilize opportunities for health counseling with patients / families / caregivers.

Leadership

• Demonstrates behavior appropriate to role model and leader. Adherence to a code of conduct conducive with Transitions HealthCare policy is expected.
• Functions without supervision, utilizing time constructively and organizing assignments for maximum productivity.
• Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team and Executive Director and Administrator to develop agency goals and objectives.

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Auto Allowance
• Gas Card
• Company Equipment
• Paid Time Off
• Free Scrub Tops

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• RN licensure in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Compact licensure is acceptable, if applicable.
• C.H.P.N. (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse) certification preferred, but not required
• Five (5) + years general nursing preferred with current Hospice, home health, medical, surgical, or critical care experience.

Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred.

• Strong ability to teach, train and educate others
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting.
• Demonstrate excellent observation, assessment, nursing judgment and communication skills.
• Strong ability to multitask, and prioritize patient needs.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must be available to travel >
20 days ago