Registered Nurse
Company: VITAS Healthcare
Location: Akron
Posted on: January 21, 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 $36 / hourThe VITAS 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
VITAS RN is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure
continuous assessment of each patient's and family's needs and
implementation of the interdisciplinary plan of care.Case
Management and SupervisionFollows VITAS policies and standards (See
VITAS Standards Manual) and practices within the scope of the RN
licenseReports any request to practice outside of scope of license
to the manager/supervisorSupervision 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 careCompletes initial and ongoing
comprehensive assessments including physical, psychosocial,
spiritual, and bereavementAppropriately identifies/utilizes
resources, referrals such as PT, OT, Home Health, Dietary,
Pharmacy, Supplies, Home Medical Equipment, and other
visits/consultsCompletes documentation at the time of the event and
at the location of care unless otherwise directedProvides education
to patients, families, caregivers and referral sourcesParticipates
in patient care meetings as assignedParticipates in weekly team
meetingsProvides effective communication/shift reports through
written, verbal, reporting and body languageParticipates in
bereavement supportParticipates in the on-call rotation and/or
provides shifts during non-business hours such as evenings,
weekends and holidays based upon program-identified needsProvides
visits/shifts in program coverage areaDevelops, coordinates, and
follows the patient's individualized plan of careAppropriately
delegates nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers,
and Licensed Practical/Vocational NursesAll factors pertinent to
the patient's safety, including the competence of the Hospice
Aide/Homemaker have been assessedDetermination that this activity
can be delegated safely to a Hospice Aide/HomemakerConnecticut For
activities other than those listed in section 1913D69(d)(3)of the
Connecticut Department of Public Health delegated to a
Hospice/Homemaker, the RN will document in the clinical record
that:Provides nursing care including nursing tasks that may be
delegated to other roles such as LPNs, HHAs and
VolunteersParticipates in and monitors patient and family care
compliance activitiesProfessionally manages/coordinates the hospice
plan of careProvides and follows infection control
practicesDelivers care in accordance with the patient's plan of
careProvides primary nursing care for inpatient and continuous care
patients as assignedQuality ImprovementParticipates in the Quality
Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program and related
activities as assigned. This may include, but is not limited
toparticipation in Performance Improvement Project(s)
(PIP)Gathering clinical data which is used for quality
measuresProfessional DevelopmentDevelops and achieves professional
growth goals and objectives personally and per Team Manager
reviewsResponsible for attending orientation and regularly
scheduled in-services/educational conferences as
assignedParticipates in orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers
and other IDG members as assignedParticipates in training
activities internally within VITAS and externally as
assignedCustomer ServiceMaintains focus on the patient and family
experience of careServes as a patient and family advocateReports
patient/family/customer complaints to Team ManagerParticipates in
patient/family/customer conflict resolution as
applicable.Represents the nursing profession, the VITAS
site/location and VITAS overall in a positive
mannerQUALIFICATIONSCurrently licensed as a R.N. in the state where
the VITAS program is located.A minimum of two years experience in
hospice, home health, or community health experience in the last
five years.OTHER REQUIREMENTSReliable transportation with adequate
insurance coverage for driverEDUCATIONRN licenseSPECIAL
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATEEOE/AA M/F/D/V #LI-MS1#LI-OnsiteVITAS -
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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