Charge Registered Nurse (RN)- Hospice Weekends

Charge RN Opportunity at MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care exists to provide support and comfort to patients and their families when a cure is no longer possible. MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care experienced, high quality care so that your loved one can remain as independent and comfortable as possible. MercyOne Genesis Hospice provides medical care in addition to providing emotional and spiritual support.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Charge RN.

As a Charge RN at MercyOne, you will plan, coordinate, and evaluate the delivery of support services for hospice patients in the home/nursing home/assisted living facility. Assure the provision of safe, effective, culturally competent, family based, holistic care for the terminally ill patients. Provide clinical direction and feedback regarding performance of support staff. Assist supervisor and manager in a variety of tasks, including the following: budget development, productivity management, new staff orientation, ensuring compliance of staff with identified clinical skill development/competencies/practice guidelines, performance improvement activities, data collection/analysis and operationalizing agency policies and procedures, preparation for compliance with regulatory agencies, identifying program development needs and assisting in implementation. Assume responsibility in the event of the manager's and hospice supervisor's absence.

Schedule:

• Part time 24 hours a week
• Weekends only
• 12 hours shifts 0800-2000

General Requirements:

• Supervisory Responsibility: Advanced Direction: The job requires some accountability for scheduling, assigning, or coordinating work. The employee will check the quality of work, provide guidance, instruction, training, and direction to others. The job requires some formal or official supervisory responsibility. The individual serves as a group leader and acts in an assistant supervisory or lead role. In addition, the employee is expected to provide information or suggestions on human resources matters.
• Materials Responsibility: Limited: Work requires limited responsibility for material resources. Examples of resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets. The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources. The cost of errors is also limited in terms of damage, waste or financial loss. Problems associated with material resources are not complex. The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.
• Key Relationships: Co-workers/Health System Employees, Outside Agencies/Other Health Care Providers, General Public/Visitors/Volunteers, Physicians/Medical Office Staff, Students/Interns/Residents/Outside Instructors, Vendors/Clients, Third Party Payors/Insurance Companies

Education:

• Education: 4 year college/university degree or equivalent experience
• Field OF Study: Nursing
• Special Training: Basic Life Support
• Training Preferred: Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing
• Licensures/Registration: Registered Nurse in Iowa or Illinois required at time of hire, second state required within six months. Valid driver's license, auto insurance-Genesis minimum limits required.
• Experience: More than 3 years experience required.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.