Afterhours Palliative Care RN - Advanced Illness Management
Company: Empatia
Location: Humboldt
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Our Company: Empatia is a member of the Gentiva family - an
industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal
home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering
physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their
families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that
better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for
everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower
nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible
employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting
difference in people's lives every day. Overview: We are opening a
new Palliative Care Advanced Illness Management branch in Jackson!
Join us to make a difference when life matters mostWe believe every
day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more
comfortable. That's why we offer personal care, palliative care and
hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and
love.--- The Afterhours AIM RN will report directly to the Director
of AIM. Responsible for identifying and coordinating patient/family
needs and for providing preventive and supportive care to the
palliative patients and family. Utilizes assessment, intervention,
and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the
quality of life. Assumes afterhours coverage for the designated
teams and functions as an interdisciplinary advanced illness
management and support, along with telephonic, video, and in person
interventions afterhours. As a Registered Nurse / RN, you will:
- Be able to triage patient needs over the phone until a nurse
can provide an in-person visit
- Respond appropriately and with urgency to crisis calls from
patients and families after hours
- Make the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility
for palliative serves, as part of a patient visit, within 48 hours
of referral
- Identify the patient/family's physical, psychosocial,
emotional, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed
- Collaborate with the patient/family, attending physician and
other members of IDG in providing patient and family care
- Timely document the problems, appropriate goals, interventions,
and patient/family response to palliative care
- Maintain accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the
patient's condition
- Be responsible to effectively communicate with members of the
AIM team, clinical supervisor, and the patient's PCP, if any,
regarding changes in patient status and/or patient needs occurring
during afterhours call
- Report patient condition and any identified needs/issues to
supervisor, nurse practitioner, or PCP
- Assist in overseeing the utilization of medications, DME and
supplies related to the plan of care in a manner consistent with
the needs of the patent, physician orders, and the performance
goals of the AIM agency About You: Registered Nurse / RN
Requirements: Education:
- Associates/Bachelor's degree Nursing Experience:
- 2 years of prior skilled Registered Nurse experience
- Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care
- Nursing experience in palliative care, oncology, hospice, or
geriatric care preferred
- Additional, preferred experience to help you be successful in a
hospice role: hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER or
emergency room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric,
admissions, wound care, telemetry or travel nursing Licenses,
Certifications and/or Registration:
- Current RN license to practice in the state
- CPR Certification Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids:
- Fluent competence in computer programs Microsoft Outlook,
Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel
- Fluent in electronic medical record documentation Specialized
Knowledge and Skills:
- Prior clinical experience
- Strong compassionate phone skills
- Strives for independence and sound critical decision-making
regarding the delivery of patient care
- Competent to perform afterhours in person visits
- Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients/families who
are facing advanced illnesses
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Always maintains patient confidentiality
- Good problem-solving skills
- Good time management skills We Offer: As a Registered Nurse /
RN, you will be eligible for:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
- Wellness Program and Resources including:
- A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized care
management support of all your healthcare needs
- Telemedicine Program
- Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health
- A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via
Nimble OrthopedicsGenerous Paid Time Off (plan increases with
tenure) and 7 paid holidaysPre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company
contributions)401(k) with company matching contributionsCareer
growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate
levelsOne on One Onboarding Program Free Continuing Education
UnitsTuition Program that includes:
- Access to 280+ program at 25+ learning partners
- Programs at every education level from ASN to BSN or BSN to
MSN
- Online classes with flexible start dates
- Tuition reimbursement Company paid life and long-term
disability insuranceVoluntary long-term care, critical illness,
accident insurance, and pet insurance Local and national award
programsReferral bonus programMileage reimbursement or Fleet
ProgramFinancial assistance program supporting teammates in times
of need Legalese:
- This is a safety-sensitive position
- Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for
benefits
- Where applicable, employee must meet state specific
requirements
- We are proud to be an EEO employer
- We maintain a drug-free workplace Location: Empatia
Keywords: Empatia, Memphis , Afterhours Palliative Care RN - Advanced Illness Management, Executive , Humboldt, Tennessee
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