JOB TITLE: RN mid-shift (Monday-Thursday 5pm- 3am)

DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services

DIVISION: Gulfside Hospice

REPORTS TO: Clinical Care Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager – Field, the R.N. Case Manager Weekday (Nights) is responsible for providing quality care to patients with GHS. The Field includes patients who reside in private residences, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing homes. The R.N. utilizes assessment, intervention, and education to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life for the patient/family.

The R.N. Case Manager Weekday (Nights) oversees and case manages the needs of the patients assigned to them during their scheduled time, Monday - Thursday 5pm - 3am.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a registered nurse

Minimum of one (1) years nursing experience in a hospital, home health or hospice setting preferred

Strong ethical standards and an appropriate professional demeanor

Should possess sound critical thinking, time management, technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong

The ideal candidate is a well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player

Must have reliable transportation to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance and have a valid Florida driver’s license, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Case manages the needs of the patients and families in the field assigned to them

Performs ongoing assessment of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the patient/family unit and initiates appropriate intervention

Provides and/or oversees supervision of L.P.N.’s, C.N.A.’s, and other assigned staff

Supports policies and procedures

Attends to patient/family complaints and concerns

Educates the community regarding hospice care, philosophy, and concept through individual consultation with persons in the community,

Communicates regularly with the Clinical Care Manager - Field and continuously assesses areas for risk management

Effectively communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with colleagues and management on issues related to nursing process and service

Creates and implements nursing care plans which are reviewed daily and updated as needed

Considers financial implications in rendering cost-effective nursing care

Ensures professional standards of nursing practice are maintained

Completes required documentation prior to departing from scheduled shift

Actively participates in the IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) and communicates patient needs appropriately to other disciplines when