RN - Hospice

About the Facility Provide hospice homecare to patients in Union, Mecklenburg, and Anson counties. Assignments will typically focus on a specific area. Current department census ranges from 120 to 130 patients. Unit Information Average caseloads are 12-15 patients, with typically 5 visits per day. Minimum experience required: 3 years in hospice care, either home or inpatient. First-time travelers are welcome. Patient Types and Common Diagnoses Adult patients, primarily geriatrics End-of-life conditions including CHF, COPD, respiratory failure, kidney failure, liver failure, neurological disorders (Alzheimer’s, dementia), and oncology patients Required Licenses and Certifications BLS certification Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and car insurance (mileage reimbursement provided) Required Skills Strong critical thinking and assessment abilities Ability to work autonomously General wound care and management of Pleurx drains Education on opioid and narcotic medication administration Management of all aspects of the hospice experience with several standing orders, reducing the need to contact physicians for every order HomeCare/HomeBase experience preferred Department Support Home care aides operate independently of RNs Triage RN available for unexpected needs and patient calls Charge nurse support available via phone Administrator on call daily Technology and Equipment Electronic Medical Records: HCHB (preferred), Symplr Unit-specific equipment includes Pleurx drains, occasional CADD pumps, trunk stock, laptop, and phone (Galaxy 10) Floating Floating is limited to patient homes within the territory. Assistance to other RNs is possible if caseload is low. Orientation New Employee Orientation (NEO) One week of unit-specific orientation Scheduling Weekend rotation: Open shifts available for those interested; no mandatory weekend shifts Weekend-only positions involve 12-hour shifts as on-call hospice RN for urgent home calls, with guaranteed 12-hour shifts No regular on-call duties Holiday coverage: Assigned 4 hours per holiday, up to 2 holidays per contract depending on the time of year Request time off approval through manager Shift times: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Schedule cycle: Set schedule as noted above Additional Information Scrub color: Navy Parking: Typically free, depending on patient home location Unit culture: Excellent teamwork and cohesiveness Shift Requirements Minimum 3 years hospice experience (home or inpatient) BLS certification, valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and car insurance Experience with HCHB EMR preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr