Protouch Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Hospice for a travel nursing job in Independence, Ohio.
Clinical-Nursing - Hospice RN - Travel or Local
Facility: Gentiva Health - Independence - Gentiva
Location: Independence, OH
Scheduled Hours : 40
Mon - Fri, 8am -= 5pm, 40 per week
M-F 8-5 (at times visits and documentation run past 5pm). No call. Average number patients a day is 5. Travel area is Summit, Portage, Medina, Cuyahoga Counties. HCHB exp is preferred.
Duties Job Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient's family; manage an interdisciplinary group consisting of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants and support staff to enhance the quality of hospice care; and, case manages all assigned patient clinical records. -Assures the highest quality of care is provided and documented in accordance with the Plan of Care. -Performs the initial and on-going assessment of the patient. -Helps develop and implement the Hospice Plan of Care as prescribed by the physician and in conjunction with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Group. -Works closely with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group to provide all-inclusive physical, psychosocial, educational, emotional and spiritual services including bereavement support to the patient and family to achieve the highest quality of care. -Reports any change in the patient's condition to both the Attending Physician and Hospice Physician. -Maintains an accurate and updated medical record, including all Interdisciplinary notes, Plans of Care, initial and on-going assessments and any other information pertinent to the care of the patient. -Practices infection control measures and standard precautions. -Monitors scheduling of all staff. -Participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Program. -May be requested to participate i Skills Required Skills & Experience: -A minimum of one (1) year experience as an RN, either in acute care hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice or home health. School internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in individual cases. -Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families. -Knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services; excellent patient assessment skills. -Knowledge of community resources; good oral and written communication skills; documentation and program management. -Knowledge of general nursing practice; thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and human resource management principles).
Protouch Staffing stands out as a premier healthcare staffing agency in the USA, committed to pairing healthcare workers with positions that perfectly match their qualifications, experiences, and career aspirations. Emphasizing quality and dependability, Protouch Staffing caters to an extensive array of healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. The agency provides diverse staffing options, including temporary, permanent, and travel nursing roles, addressing the evolving demands of the healthcare sector. Our dedication to superior service and tailored support guarantees that both healthcare professionals and employers receive the necessary assistance and resources to prosper in the dynamic and constantly shifting landscape of the healthcare industry.