Hospice: RN - Visit Nurse (SW Metro)

Lifespark Holdings, Inc. • $85K — $91K *
Chaska, MN 55318In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of acute care experience in a healthcare setting, home health care experience preferred.
  • Background in customer service or direct member contact is a plus.
  • Experience supervising caregivers is beneficial.
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing school required.
  • Must hold a current Minnesota Nursing License.
  • Ability to pass a motor vehicle record check according to company policy.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct initial assessments of client and family needs for home care.
  • Regularly re-evaluate nursing needs of clients to ensure quality care.
  • Develop and revise care plans based on nursing diagnosis and client needs.
  • Administer prescribed medications and treatments while providing direct care.
  • Counsel clients and families on nursing and health-related needs.
  • Coordinate care as a Case Manager for assigned patients.
  • Ensure timely and thorough documentation of care provided.

Benefits

  • Annual reviews and potential raises based on performance.
  • Paid Time Off including vacation time.
  • Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time staff.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance offered.
  • Life insurance options available.
  • 401k plan with company match for eligible employees.
  • Referral bonuses to encourage bringing in new talent.
  • Career advancement opportunities within the organization.
Full Job Description
The Hospice RN Visit Nurse is responsible to plan, organize and direct home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.

Position: RN Visit Nurse for Hospice

Salary Wage Range: $85,000-$91,300 annually, depending on experience

Service Area: Southwest Metro (coverage area: Waconia, Carver, Chaska, Jordan, Chanhassen, Savage, Minnetonka & surrounding). Plus, mileage reimbursement of 72.5 cents per mile.

Schedule: Full-Time 1.0 FTE, Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, (weekend rotation: 5 shifts per quarter / holidays: 2 per year / no on-call)

Lifespark Benefits Include:
  • Annual Reviews/Raises {Shift differentials if applicable}
  • Paid Time Off - Vacation Time
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits for Full Time Hires
  • Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurances
  • 401k + Company Match for full-time and part-time employees
  • Referral bonuses
  • Career path to other positions within our growing company!

Position Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Completes an initial assessment of client and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
  • Regularly re-evaluates client nursing needs.
  • Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as client status and needs change.
  • Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
  • Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and palliative nursing actions. Includes the client and the family in the planning process.
  • Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. Provides direct client care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
  • Counsels the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
  • Provides health care instructions to the client as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.
  • Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the client.
  • Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
  • Lead by example in establishing rapport with clients, clinicians, partners, and the community.
  • Ensure positive/professional communication within the team
  • Customer service resolution; escalate concerns
  • Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary and at least every 60 days.
  • Communicates with the physician regarding the client's needs and reports any changes in the client's condition; obtains/receives physician's orders as required.
  • Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
  • Timely completion of all documentation as it relates to the care plan by 10am the next day
  • Understands and complies with all the rules and regulations that govern the responsibilities of a registered nurse
  • Completes orientation and annual training requirements as assigned
  • Participates in Lifespark's Event Management process including initiating reports, escalation of events and investigations
  • Promotes safety in the workplace through real time coaching and participation in safety awareness training
  • Manages client supplies assuring appropriate DME provider is utilized.
  • Schedules and keeps member appointments
  • Organizes travel efficiently and documents mileage accurately within EMR
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
  • One to two years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting. One year of home health care experience preferred.
  • Experience in customer service/direct member contact field preferred
  • Experience supervising caregivers
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Current Minnesota Nursing License
  • Must pass a MVR check based on Lifespark company policy

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