RN Hospice Care Center (per diem)

Job Description

Job Description

Wage Range: $48.21 - $87.11 per hour

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity

EvergreenHealth is pleased to offer our PER DIEM Hospice RN’s option and choice when it comes to their work assignment. We believe that creating a tiered system for our per diem RNs allows for flexibility and balance, honoring the employee’s desire to work while balancing given business needs. See below for details. Further information will be provided at time of interview.

Tier 1 Per Diem RN

• Work 5 days per month, including
• 2 weekend days included in the 5-day minimum
• 17% hourly premium

Tier 2 Per Diem RN

• Work 7 days per month, including
• 3 weekend days included in the 7-day minimum
• Availability for 1 holiday annually (paid)
• 20% hourly premium

Who We Are
Awarded Employer of the Year 2022 from the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA) EvergreenHealth Hospice focuses on providing the highest quality of life possible for our patients and our publicly reported patient satisfaction outcomes demonstrate our success and leadership in our field as the premier hospice agency. Click here to learn more about our Hospice Care Center:

Why Join Our Team? As an employee of EvergreenHealth we believe in helping our staff by:

• Retention-Our employees have been part of our team for an average of 7.71 years—one of the longest average retention rates in the industry.
• Low staff to patient ratios one of the lowest in Washington State.
• Commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce: Our staff a deep commitment to providing exceptional care and service for each one of our patients, and one another.
• A Culture of Safety: We are proud to be recognized by The Leapfrog Group with an "A" grade for patient safety, along with our recognition as a Top General Hospital for quality and safety - the only hospital in Washington state.

As an RN with our Hospice Care Center, you maintain the following primary duties:

1. Provide direct patient care and functions as a patient advocate.
2. Assess the comprehensive nursing needs of an assigned group of patients.
3. Coordinate the patient and family/significant other education process.
4. Continuously plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, incorporating patient and family/significant other into the process.
5. Participate with physician partners and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient and family/significant other plan of care.
6. Communicate effectively all relevant information (e.g., patient information, safety issues, problems with equipment, quality issues, etc.) to immediate supervisor, in timely way.
7. Communicate and document changes in patient condition, on a timely basis, to charge nurse/supervisor and physician.
8. Performs other duties as assigned

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

• Graduate of a nursing program (Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required)
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire

DESIRED for the position: Master’s degree in Nursing

Benefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your family

At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA). Union membership is optional.