RN Nights and Weekends - Per Diem - Capital Caring Health

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role:The RN, Nights and Weekends provides after-hours field visits to patients, families, and community partners. Establishes and maintains positive relationships with team members, patients/families, and referral resources.Job DescriptionQualifications:Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be workingMinimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferredPrevious experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) systemAbility to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferredMobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policyReliable transportation to meet patients’ needsExcellent critical decision making and problem-solving skillsExcellent clinical and assessment skillsAbility to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanismsExcellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize demands to meet patient service standards and deadlinesAbility to effectively handle stressful situations professionally and calmly with exceptional customer serviceStrong patient service skillsInformation seeking / probing skillsAccurate knowledge transferListening, understanding, and respondingAble to navigate in a fast-paced environment utilizing interpersonal skills during patient visitsAbility to work in a cooperative team environmentAble to exhibit a sense of urgency in daily work activitiesSkilled in computer operations; proficiency in MS Office software applications, on-line research and proven data entry and navigation skillsAvailable to work shifts to accommodate extended hours of operation as scheduledAbility to perform sedentary work with frequent interruptionsAbility to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their familiesAbility to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodationsActive BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.Some locations may require:Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate mannerIdentifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responsesEducates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needsCompletes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policyProvides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needsInitiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfortObtains Physician ordersCompletes documentation per Company policyActs as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.Obtains medical record information for the referral.Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.Competencies:Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.Responsibilities of all employees:Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.Comply with all state, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.Advance electronic media skills.Support Company research and educational activities.Share expertise with coworkers both formally and informally.Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.Job Responsibilities:Makes after-hours visits to patients in their home, assisted living facility, nursing home, or hospital, anywhere within the assigned affiliate(s) territory. Provides compassionate customer service to patients and families.Assesses patient/family and identifies immediate needs and appropriate nursing interventions by phone and/or during visit.Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up.Demonstrates clinical skills regarding case management, application of company policy and procedure, physical assessment, intravenous therapies, pain medication titration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships.Prioritizes, consults, refers, and collaborates with other professionals to promote quality and continuity of patient/family care.Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, palliative interventions, care giving, dying process, and safety practices.Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDG or other health professionals.Attends patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications; and provides bereavement support.Completes documentation per policy and procedure.During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the RN, Nights and Weekends may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.Perform other duties as assigned.Compensation Pay Rate:$34.89This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Chapters Health System