Registered Nurse
Company: VITAS Healthcare
Location: Hartford
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Work at VITAS as an RN and get an extra payout! RN's are
DIFFERENCE MAKERS: That's why, after 12 months of active service,
RNs working 20 or more hours a week can receive a $$LUMP-SUM
PAYOUT$$ in recognition of their support and dedication to our
patients and their fellow team members. They're at the heart of
everything we do, providing excellent care at the bedside each and
every day with Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-Do Attitude.
Salary Range: $34 $35 / hourPRIMARY FUNCTIONThe Registered Nurse,
RN, is a member of the interdisciplinary team who work together to
meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual
needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal illness and
bereavement. The Registered Nurse, RN, is designated to provide
coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each patients
and families needs and implementation of the interdisciplinary plan
of care.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESa. Case Management and Supervision for
Registered Nurse, RN1. Registered Nurse, RN, follows VITAS policies
and standards (See VITAS Standards Manual) and practices within the
scope of the RN license and has knowledge of hospice eligibility
requirements2. Registered Nurse, RN, reports any request to
practice outside of scope of license to the manager/supervisor3.
Registered Nurse, RN, performs supervision of (VITAS employed and
contracted) nursing tasks delegated to Hospice Aides, Licensed
Practical/Vocational Nurses (and contracted Registered Nurses) and
Volunteers per the plan of care4. Registered Nurse, RN, completes
initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments including physical,
psychosocial, spiritual, and bereavement in order to provide
palliation of end-of-life symptoms5. Registered Nurse, RN,
appropriately identifies/utilizes resources, referrals such as PT,
OT, Home Health, Dietary, Pharmacy, Supplies, Home Medical
Equipment, and other visits/consults6. Registered Nurse, RN,
completes documentation at the time of the event and at the
location of care unless otherwise directed7. Registered Nurse, RN,
provides education and training to patients, families, caregivers
and referral sources in the care of the patient, including pain
management8. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in patient care
meetings as assigned9. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in weekly
team meetings10. Registered Nurse, RN, provides effective
communication/shift reports through written, verbal, reporting and
body language11. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in bereavement
support12. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in the on-call
rotation and/or provides shifts during non-business hours such as
evenings, weekends and holidays based upon program-identified
needs13. Registered Nurse, RN, provides visits/shifts in program
coverage area14. Registered Nurse, RN, works with IDG to develop,
coordinate, and follow the patients individualized plan of care15.
Registered Nurse, RN, obtains physician orders when necessary16.
Registered Nurse, RN, provides those services requiring substantial
and specialized nursing skill17. Registered Nurse, RN, evaluates
the outcome of services18. Registered Nurse, RN, appropriately
delegates nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers,
and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursesa) Connecticut: For
activities other than those listed in section 19-13D69(d)(3) of the
Connecticut Department of Public Health delegated to a
Hospice/Homemaker, the RN will document in the clinical record
that: i. All factors pertinent to the patients safety, including
the competence of the Hospice Aide/Homemaker have been assessed ii.
Determination that this activity can be delegated safely to a
Hospice Aide/Homemaker19. Registered Nurse, RN, provides nursing
care including nursing tasks that may be delegated to other roles
such as LPNs, HAs and Volunteers20. Registered Nurse, RN,
participates in and monitors patient and family care compliance
activities21. Registered Nurse, RN, professionally
manages/coordinates the hospice plan of care22. Registered Nurse,
RN, provides and follows infection control practices23. Registered
Nurse, RN, delivers care in accordance with the patients plan of
care i. Provides primary nursing care for inpatient and continuous
care patients as assignedb. Quality Improvementa. Registered Nurse,
RN, participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance
Improvement (QAPI) Program and related activities as assigned. For
the Registered Nurse, RN, this may include, but is not limited
to:b. Registered Nurse, RN, participation in Performance
Improvement Project(s) (PIP)c. Registered Nurse, RN, gathering
clinical data which is used for quality measuresc. Professional
Developmenta. Registered Nurse, RN, develops and achieves
professional growth goals and objectives personally and per Team
Manager reviewsb. Registered Nurse, RN, responsible for attending
orientation and regularly scheduled in-services/educational
conferences as assignedc. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in
orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers and other IDG members as
assignedd. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in training
activities internally within VITAS and externally as assignede.
Registered Nurse, RN, provides customer servicef. Registered Nurse,
RN, maintains focus on the patient and family experience of careg.
Registered Nurse, RN, serves as a patient and family advocateh.
Registered Nurse, RN, reports patient/family/customer complaints to
Team Manageri. Registered Nurse, RN, participates in
patient/family/customer conflict resolution as applicablej.
Registered Nurse, RN, represents the nursing profession, the VITAS
site/location and VITAS overall in a positive mannerJOB
REQUIREMENTSa. Registered Nurse, RN, has reliable transportation
with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers.b.
Registered Nurse, RN, has telephone available (cellular or land
line)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands for
the Registered Nurse, RN described in this job description are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing
the duties of the Registered Nurse, RN, the employee is regularly
required to:1. Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as
required.2. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds3. Stand or walk in
excess of one hour per day4. Talk and hearSpecific vision abilities
required for the Registered Nurse, RN include:1. Close vision2.
Distance vision3. Ability to adjust focusThe Registered Nurse, RN
will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch.QUALIFICATIONS
FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE, RN1. Currently licensed to practice
nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located.2. A
minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home health,
or community health in the last five years.3. Equivalent experience
or licensure may be consideredDIRECTION RECEIVEDReports directly to
the Team Manager.VITAS - Healthcare is the nation's leading
provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise
to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of
the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a
people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the
lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will
be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team
member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice
mission.All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and
responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism,
collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth
and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and
position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and
leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find
your purpose at VITAS today.Benefits Include: Competitive
compensation Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Life insurance 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and
generous company match Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program
Legal Insurance Roadside Assistance Affinity ProgramMany of our
positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts,
weekdays or weekends.Choose a Career with VITAS
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