Pete Moore Hospice House

Sep 11
Written By Doug Ferguson

Responsible to: Pete Moore Hospice House Manager
Hours: 40 hours/ Week
Schedule: 10 hours/day Variable
Pay Range: TBD

Job Summary:

Provide direct clinical support to nursing staff on the floor. Support team with patient admissions as needed. Assist the Pete Moore Hospice House Manager in the operational management of the department, including the coordination of hospice care amongst the patient, family, physician, hospice care team, and community resources. Participate, along with the Manager, in planning, organizing, supervising, coordinating, and evaluating direct and indirect patient care. Assume a leadership role for Pete Moore Hospice House services in conjunction with the Manager. Assure ongoing education to referral sources and assist with marketing of the Pete Moore Hospice House in the community. Assist with initial orientation, ongoing coaching and training, and delegation of tasks to nursing staff. Participate in the QAPI process. Function as back-up coverage for the Manager to ensure seamless operations. Share call coverage responsibilities on a rotational basis with other Hospice team leaders.

Education & License Requirements:

Current Oregon licensure as a Registered Nurse.Current CPR certification. Food Handler's Card obtained upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

Requires two years' experience working with the medical and psychosocial needs of the terminally ill. Two or more years of previous supervisory experience in the hospice setting preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and an insured vehicle for transportation. Desired skills include: Clinical excellence, demonstrated leadership abilities, teaching competency, critical thinking, and excellent communication skills. Knowledge of current health care concepts, trends, theories, and expertise in the area of delivery of hospice services. Ability to work as a positive, contributing member of the Pete Moore Hospice House team.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support nursing staff by overseeing admissions, discharges, death tasks, and documentation.
• Ensure staff are taking breaks and help to mitigate overtime.
• Utilize clinical nursing skills, including CPR, responding to emergencies, and supervising patient assessments.
• Assume care management of Cascade Hospice patients at the Pete Moore Hospice House, including preparation for, and participation in, the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team meetings.
• Provide coaching for clinical staff.
• Participate with conflict resolution and peer communication.
• Work independently using time management skills, and exercising sound judgment and leadership skills.
• Maintain knowledge base of current nursing practices and competency with facility equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with designated scheduler to ensure compliance with staffing plan.
• Oversee and review documentation for compliance with organizational and departmental expectations, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and best practice.
• Manage beds and interface with referral sources to coordinate admissions and discharges.
• Participate in conferences, meetings, and in-services.
• Provide oversight of Hospital Drug Room procedures and practices, including oversight and guidance for appropriate documentation to meet regulatory requirements, follow up on medication errors or other operational variances.
• Participate in audits, quality initiatives, and performance improvement projects in conjunction with the CQI/QAPI Coordinator.
• Assist manager with investigations and follow-up related to submitted incident reports.
• Act as first point of contact for safety issues and family, patient, or staff conflicts prior to escalating to manager.
• Assist in hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising staff.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively use computer applications including clinical software.
• Provide back-up coverage for the Pete Moore Hospice House Manager duties, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Marginal Job Functions:

Answer phones and perform clerical duties. Assist in moving furniture, equipment, and supplies. Post and access schedule. Perform other duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

Please complete our Employment Application below. You may be asked to verify your email address. Once it is submitted, you will receive a copy via email.