Hospice Triage RN

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Primarily responsible for providing skilled nursing visits, assessments, and care in order to maximize the comfort of patients across the life span (perinatal, pediatrics, and adults) and families consistent with The Elizabeth Hospice protocols and standards.

The Elizabeth Hospice is San Diego's oldest non-profit hospice of 45 years. We are growing and looking for talented individuals to join our high performing team and support our mission. We serve all of San Diego County and south Riverside County with multiple hospice office locations.

Our Mission: To enhance the quality of life for those nearing the end of life's journey and for those who grieve.

Work Schedule: Full Time 4/10 hour shifts, Wednesday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 

On Call: Two on-call shifts required monthly.

Salary: $45.00-$61.00 hourly. Compensation is determined by years of licensure.

Travel: Travel is required for patient visits.

1. Performs visits as needed and directed by the triage team: 

a. Responds to requests for patient visits in a timely manner.

b. Independently assesses patient/family immediate care/symptom management needs. 

c.  Provides care and treatment as ordered.

d. Provides health care instruction to patients, caregivers and family members. 

e. Other Hospice nursing visits as assigned. 

2. Provides appropriate follow-up to case managers and team members in regard to patient condition changes and needs.

3. Responsible for the direction of care provided by LVN and HA  in accordance with patient’s plan of care.

4. Responsible for the supervision of services provided by the LVN and HA per TEH policy and regulatory requirements.

5. Maintains timely patient documentation using “point of care” electronic charting. 

6. Keeps current with all organization and department policies and procedures. 

7. Collaborates with Physicians and Supervisors for changes in orders and changes to the patient’s level of care as needed

8. Adhering to the E-way standards is a requirement in performing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have Associates Degree, Bachelor Degree preferred, and a minimum of 12 months experience with 1-2 years preferred in acute care; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. At least 12 months experience with 1-2 years preferred in acute care.

3. Hospice experience preferred

4. Current CA RN license.

5. Current CPR certification and negative TB skin test.

6. Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred.

7. Excellent customer service skills.

8. Computer skills including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

9. Current California driver’s license with proof of auto insurance required.

10. Because this is a field position, must be able to drive in various conditions, including but not limited to winding/steep roads, night driving, and rural areas, and be able to enter homes with pets.  

We place a high importance on our employees and reward staff in several ways, such as:

• Competitive hospice industry compensation

• Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution

• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match

• Supportive work culture which encourages work life balance

• Paid Time Off, paid holidays & floating holiday

• Employee development program managed by in-house education department to support individualized orientation and professional growth needs.

• Tuition Reimbursement program

• Monthly mileage reimbursement

• Employee Referral Program

"The Elizabeth Hospice is an Equal Opporlunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law."