RN- Hospice Nurse PM (H)

SSM Health - Greater Madison Area,

Job Title: RN- Hospice Nurse PM (H)

Position: Home Health Registered Nurse

Job Type: Regular

Pay:

Shift: Evening Shift

Work Type:

Location

Address:

City: Greater Madison Area

State:

ZIP Code:

Job Responsibilities

Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.
Collaborates, consults, and communicates with physician regarding the plan of care and changes to patient status.
Provides physician with regular updates on progress and recommends revision of care plan, documents status and communication in adherence with regulations.
Coordinates and communicates with multi-disciplinary team members and outside agencies to achieve expected outcomes for patient care and education.
Completes admission paperwork and verifies insurance information.
Completes a comprehensive medical assessment by entering data into the clinical computer program.
Ensures that patient assessment is completed in a timely manner.
Provides skilled nursing care including taking vitals, wound care, IV care, ostomy care, blood draws, injections, and performing physical assessments.
Documents visit notes, treatments, and care.
Follows visit pattern according to physician's orders and ensures required visits are completed in a timely manner.
Ensures all documentation is timely, accurate, and complete in adherence to regulations.
Collaborates with patient, family, and healthcare team to develop a comprehensive plan of care.
Responds to calls from patients and family members and completes follow-up to address needs, issues, or concerns.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Patient assessment
Care coordination
Collaboration skills
Effective communication
Skilled nursing care

Preferred Skills

Not specified

Requirements

Experience: No experience required

Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing

License & Certification:

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Registered Nurse (RN) - issued by Compact State or specific state boards
Driving Record - Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
Driver License – State Issued

Schedule:

Not specified

COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE)
Flexible payment options through DailyPay for eligible hourly team members
Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath for eligible team members

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.