Hospice RN Per Diem

Journey Hospice – Per Diem RN Case Manager Per diem, as needed, with flexible scheduling and pay rate up to $47 per hour. The Hospice RN will oversee a primary caseload of hospice patients and provide skilled professional nursing care to them, their families and caregivers in accordance with physician orders and compliance with the Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, New Jersey Hospice licensure laws, accrediting body standards, and agency policies and procedures. Responsibilities include providing the initial and comprehensive nursing assessments, identifying patient problems, reassessing nursing needs, and collaborating to develop the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) plan of care. The RN implements, reevaluates, and revises the plan of care to meet the patient's nursing needs, delivering appropriate, comprehensive and responsive goals and interventions. The RN teaches, supervises, and counsels patients, family members, and staff regarding nursing care and the patient's needs, including related problems at home. The RN works closely with other IDT members to ensure all patient and family care needs are met and provides supervision to Hospice Aides/Homemakers. Education / Training / Certifications Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred. Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred. NJ RN Licensure by the NJ State Board of Nursing in good standing. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation insured in accordance with NJ state requirements. Skills and Knowledge Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor; communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co‑workers and all others. Demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm, and willingness to work constructively with other health care team members, reflecting concern for the well‑being of patients and employees. Interact with all staff in a positive fashion supporting the mission and vision of LSMNJ. Experience Minimum of one (1) year general nursing preferred with current hospice, home health, medical, surgical or critical care experience. Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred. Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting. Understanding of Hospice philosophy and principles of death and dying. #J-18808-Ljbffr New Jersey, Inc.