Job Title: Registered Nurse - Hospice
Location: Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (08:00 - 4:00)
Duration: 13 Weeks with the possibility of extension.
Pay Range: $62/Hour
Job Summary:
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.Requirements:
Must have 2-3 years as RN in home hospice environment
Must have valid New Jersey driver's license
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Pride Health offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors