Home Hospice RN
Summit, NJ
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs

ID: 63048117 Shift: PM 11a-7p and every other weekendMust have previous GIP exp. within a hospital setting. 5x7.50 Hr Description: Duties & Responsibilities:Performs Patient assessments: Accurately assesses patient s appropriateness for hospice care, learning needs and progress toward goals. Develops the plan of care for the patient and familyEnsures appropriate utilization of services: Maintains visit productivity standards. Demonstrates knowledge of insurance reimbursementCompletes discharge assessments: Performs laptop transfer of data twice daily. Completes admission assessment and transfers within 24 hours. Completes re-visit documentation and transfersUses age appropriate teaching methods for patients and families: Evaluates teaching plan and revises as necessary. Documents patient education tools usedAssumes responsibility for Case Management: Develops/implements/evaluates plan of care based on evidence-based knowledge. Revises care plan as indicated.Prioritizes care needs.Demonstrates knowledge of hospice regulations and insurance reimbursement guidelines. Shows evidence of interdisciplinary communication. Performs HHA supervisions per standards. Ensures appropriate utilization of services. Follows scheduling process. Communicates progress toward goals with IDT. Attends and participates in IDT meetings every 2 weeks. Evaluates the plan of care and revises as neededMaintains safe environment for patients and co-workers. Follows infection control measures and reports infections. Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacology and safe medication management. Routinely reconciles medications. Maintains current medication ordersAttends monthly staff meeting:Participates in PI meetings and activities/committees as requested. Accepts other assignments as requested.Assumes responsibility for case management: Prioritizes schedule to accommodate patient's needs. Documents case management activities. Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacology and safe medication management. Routinely reconciles medications. Maintain current medication orders.Participates in Performance Improvement Program: Reviews health records and gathers data to support PI activities. Attends UR meetings as requested. Provides orientation/ mentorship to new employees. Cross trains to learn new skills and demonstrates a willingness to teach otherAssists with growing agency business: Provides orientation to new employees. Accepts other assignments as requested. Cross trains to learn new skills. Schedule Notes:11a-7p and every other weekendMust have previous GIP exp. within a hospital setting.Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-Must have two (2) years of experience as RN in home hospice environment.-Experience using an EMR, excellent critical thinking and communication skills.Preferred Skills & Experience:-Three (3) + years of RN experience. Skills:Must have 2-3 years as RN in home hospice environmentMust have valid New Jersey driver s licenseBLS - requiredEducation: Required Education:-Associate's (ASN) degreeOR-Diploma with RN License in New JerseyPreferred Education:-N/A Required Certifications & Licensure:-Current New Jersey RN License-Must have valid New Jersey driver s license.-BLS. Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/A Job Qualifications/Experience:Current New Jersey RN LicenseExperience using an EMR, excellent critical thinking and communication skillsJob Category: Clinical - Nursing - Travel Guaranteed Hours: 37.50 Contract Weeks:89