Afterhours Palliative Care RN - Advanced Illness Management
Illumia
Blairsville, PA
1 month ago
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Job Description
Join Illumia as an Afterhours Palliative Care RN to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives during challenging times. Be part of a compassionate team that provides essential support and palliative care, ensuring patients receive the comfort and dignity they deserve.
Key Responsibilities
Triage patient needs over the phone until a nurse can provide an in-person visit
Respond to crisis calls from patients and families after hours with urgency
Conduct initial nursing evaluations for palliative services within 48 hours of referral
Identify and reassess patient/family needs
Collaborate with patient/family, attending physician, and IDG members
Document problems, goals, interventions, and responses to palliative care
Maintain accurate clinical notes regarding patient conditions
Communicate changes in patient status to the AIM team and patient's PCP
Report patient condition to supervisor or nurse practitioner
Oversee utilization of medications and supplies related to the plan of care
Required Qualifications
Associates/Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
Active and unrestrictive RN license to practice in the state
CPR Certification
2 years of prior skilled Registered Nurse experience
Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care
Preferred Qualifications
Nursing experience in palliative care, oncology, hospice, or geriatric care
Experience in hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions, wound care, telemetry or travel nursing
Benefits & Perks
Competitive PayMedical, Dental, Vision PlansWellness ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays401(k) with company matching contributionsTuition Program with reimbursement optionsFree Continuing Education UnitsCompany paid life and long-term disability insuranceMileage reimbursement or Fleet ProgramReferral bonus program