Hospice Nurse Weekend (Registered Nurse, RN) - HomeCare

The Admissions Nurse is responsible for assuring that Hospice programs are effectively represented to patients, families, and others who have an interest in hospice through pre- assessments, information sharing and/or admissions in a patient’s home or in a health care facility. This position works with the intake team, referring physician and other referral sources to promote the hospice philosophy of care.

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with basic principles and guidelines of professional nursing

Provides information, pre-assessment, and admission services to patients who have been referred to hospice, conducting pre-assessment visits in the home or health care facility as necessary

Communicates with the Intake Department, the referring physician and Hospice Medical Director to assure appropriateness of each referral and that necessary certifications are obtained

Keeps the Intake Department informed about progress of referral/admission

Applies nursing principles and techniques in the treatment of patients. Provides nursing care, emotional support and education to patients and families. Encourages patients and family members to participate in the patient’s plan of care to meet established goals

Utilizes computer skills to access medication information and document in electronic medical record as required

Promotes teamwork by participating actively and appropriately as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Shares essential patient information with all members to coordinate care

Collaborates with other members of the IDT in coordinating care to be efficient and financially responsible

Makes appropriate referrals for other discipline services and medical equipment/supply companies to meet patient care needs in a timely manner. Coordinates care of patients with a variety of disciplines and community resources, both internal and external in a fiscally responsible manner

Completes and submits documentation within agency timeliness policies that is complete, legible, and clearly reflects care given

Provides hands on nursing care for a diverse group of patients as assigned

Utilizes appropriate resources to maintain knowledge and skills for the hospice care in all settings including regulatory/reimbursement guidelines and integrates into clinical practice

Participates in weekend, holiday and on-call coverage as necessary

Other Job Functions

The following is a list of responsibilities of this position but is not intended to cover other related duties that this position may be required to perform from time to time.

Assesses, evaluates and responds to patient situations quickly. Administers emergency care as needed

Shares expertise with others through in-service and collaboration

Works with diverse social and economic situations without imposing own values on patient or family maintains appropriate professional boundaries

Demonstrates a caring and sensitive attitude towards customers and co-workers

Carries out duties and responsibilities of position in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service

Represents HSM to the community in a positive manner

Demonstrates effective listening skills when communicating with others

Meets standards for continuing education hours

Participates in daily shift report, Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings, case conferences, staff meetings, and quality assurance and program improvement activities

Offers suggestions to improve policies, procedures, and services in appropriate manner and time

Utilizes proper body mechanics and safe working techniques

Reports unsafe environments/practices to supervisor in a timely manner

Demonstrates knowledge and support of agency’s safety and OSHA policies

Demonstrates use of safety judgment on a case‑by‑case basis

Reports patient and employee incidents according to Agency protocols

Participates in department and Agency projects and committees as needed

Demonstrates flexibility, versatility and a positive attitude in integrating additional duties

Attends mandatory meetings and in‑services, unless excused in advance by Supervisor

Portrays a positive attitude towards the Agency by supporting its mission, vision, values, policies and procedures

Acts in a manner consistent with the Code of Conduct outlined in the Agency’s Corporate Compliance Program

Demonstrates understanding of HIPAA Privacy Standards and related Agency policy

Adheres to all Agency, State, and Federal policies and procedures, laws, and regulations which are relevant to job responsibilities

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Experience: Minimum of two years of nursing experience required; intake, home care, hospice and/or oncology nursing experience preferred

License/Certification: Registered Nurse licensure by the State of Florida; valid driver’s license with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or agency requirements and is in good working order

Required Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Ability to stay calm and effective during times of stress, such as when interacting with confused or distressed callers, during emergency situations, during busy times, etc

Ability to work independently, while collaborating with other team members

Ability to work with patients/families of all ages

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