Liberty Health and Rehab · 9 hours ago
HOSPICE RN - ON CALL
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expLiberty Health and Rehab is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care and pain management services for hospice patients. They are currently seeking an experienced Hospice RN to respond to after-hours calls, perform assessments, administer medications, and provide education related to end-of-life care.
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Responsibilities
Respond promptly to after-hours calls from patients, families or caregivers regarding symptom management, medication needs, or other urgent concerns
Perform assessments and provide appropriate interventions to manage pain and other symptoms
Administer medications and treatments according to the plan of care
Provide patient and family education related to end-of-life care, symptom management and medication usage
Maintain clear and timely communication with patients, families, caregivers and the hospice interdisciplinary group
Document in the electronic medical record all patient interactions, assessments, interventions and outcomes accurately and promptly
Perform after-hours admissions as needed
Provide care consistent with a medical doctor's plan of treatment, agency policies and procedures, and reimbursement guidelines and consistent with the Nurse Practice Act in the state where care is given
When needed, develop a plan of care appropriate to the patient's diagnosis utilizing findings of the assessment
Collaborate with other members of the hospice team, including physicians, RN case managers, social workers, chaplains
Coordinate with pharmacies for urgent medication needs
Adhere to all hospice policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and comply with HIPPA regulations
Qualification
Required
Current unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice
Successful completion of a nursing education from an approved school of nursing
Two years of clinical nursing experience
At least one year of hospice nursing experience preferred
CPR certification required
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a variety of situations
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
Proficiency in using electronic medical records and basic computer skills
Must have a valid driver's license
Company
Liberty Health and Rehab
Liberty Health and Rehab is a dynamic healthcare provider, offering 41 rehabilitation and skilled nursing communities across North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Founded in 1875Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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