Hospice RN 2nd Shift- Sheboygan/Mant

Responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care by incorporating the concepts of responsibility, accountability, clinical decision-making, authority, shared governance, and critical thinking in daily nursing practice. Primary role is to use the nursing process in overseeing patient care to achieve the desired outcome in the department. A Nurse Clinician II plans and sets goals which demonstrates a wholistic approach to patients and families. Assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level. Demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills.

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum; Provides individualized care to promote physical and psychosocial comfort; Assesses patient and family readiness and involves them in planning and implementing care; Incorporates an individualized, holistic approach in the plan of care; Collaborates with physicians and/or other health care professionals; Supports patient’s decision to question, refuse, or terminate treatment; Mobilizes appropriate resources in response to situations that have potential to negatively impact patient and family outcomes; Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives; Demonstrates current knowledge of Regulatory/Reimbursement standards; Assesses patient and family readiness to learn, and modifies approach as necessary; Plans, implements, and provides follow-up education for patients/S.O.; Instructs volunteers and hired caregivers in delivery of Hospice care; Recognizes changes in clinical situations and implements changes to the plan of care; Prioritizes and organizes patient care and ensures follow through with planned care; Initiates referrals and discharge planning for assigned patients; Documents thoroughly, accurately, timely, legible, and concise; Participates in unit meetings and activities that improve patient care or administrative systems; Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills; Earns a minimum of 10 contact hours per year; Completes all required Safety, Infection Control and OSHA education; Complies with Code of Conduct, confidentiality, and HIPAA policies

Requirements

Registered Nurse - Current Wisconsin RN license; A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles; Current CPR; Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; Minimum 1 year of experience; Earn 10.0 continuing education credits annually; Has demonstrated proficiency for the requirements for NC I; Good oral and written communication skills; Computer skills; Good time management and organizational skills; Familiarity with patient care equipment; Ability to work weekends, holidays, and different shifts in order to accommodate staffing; Certain positions may need to take call; Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment; Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at fast pace; Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick; Ability to assist in evacuation of patients in the event of a fire or other disaster; Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients; Ability to respond to patients in a timely manner and access all areas of the unit; Ability to lift 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly

Benefits

External candidates may be eligible for a $10,000 sign on bonus; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Incentive pay for select positions