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It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: The Patient Family Liaison is responsible for presenting Chapters Health System’s services to patients, families, and community partners. The Patient Family Liaison works closely with families to ensure that they are appropriately connected to clinical, social, and community resources.Qualifications:<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred</li></ul><ul><li>Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in medical, home health, hospice, social work or sales&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>CNA, MA or LPN certification or other relevantcertification preferred&nbsp;</li><li>Experience providing information to families and patients</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Medicare hospice benefit including eligibility requirements, levels of care, services provided, and reimbursement of services</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Strong communication skills (verbal and written)</li><li>Ability to learn Company’slines of services</li><li>Excellent customer service focus</li><li>Detail oriented</li><li>Ability to multitask and prioritize</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to present oneself in a professional manner</li><li>Ability to manage physical demands and emotional stress of workload</li><li>Strong goal/outcome orientation with exceptional time-management skills</li><li>Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy</li><li>Reliable transportation to meet schedule</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.</li></ul>Responsibilities of all employees:<ul><li>Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.</li><li>Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.&nbsp;</li><li>Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.</li><li>Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.</li></ul><ul><li>Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.</li><li>Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.</li><li>Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.</li><li>Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.</li><li>Advance electronic media skills.</li></ul><ul><li>Support Company research and educational activities.</li><li>Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.</li><li>Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.</li></ul>Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Responsible for receiving referrals and appointments for patient and family meetings. Forwards referrals to Care Access Coordinators to enter into EMR.</li><li>Works collaboratively with the admission and sales teams while supporting patient, family, and referral partner’s needs.</li><li>Effectively communicates the benefits of the service lines to patients, families, and partners.&nbsp; Explains hospice services and philosophy of care and assesses patients and families’ goals.&nbsp; May obtain consents.&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts assigned visits as determined by the Care Connect Department.Communicates with Nurse the outcome of meetings regarding patient/family goals of care, anticipated discharge dates, location and any other factors impacting hospice admission.</li><li>Follows-up with Nurse or Social Worker regarding discharge plans.</li></ul><ul><li>Maintains good records, including outcome of patient family meetings through regular use of EMR and assigned reports.Documents follow-up plans in collaboration with or as directed by Nurse.</li><li>Maintains a high level of urgency in responding to customer needs.</li><li>Establishes and maintains professional relationships between Chapters Health System, its hospice affiliates, and community partners (including hospitals, physicians, long term care facilities, and assisted living facilities, where applicable).</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Chapters Health System

Patient Family Liaison - COR

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: Under RN supervision, the Hospice LPN is responsible for providing nursing interventions and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life to the patient/family unit.Qualifications: • A high school diploma or G.E.D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Current LPN licensure in the state of Florida, or current licensure from another state plus a temporary Florida permit•&nbsp;Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023. For LPN in a Hospice House, the deadline is 3/31/2023. • Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in an in-patient, hospice, or home health setting • Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule • Certificate of completion of 30 hour Infusion Therapy Course and in-house 8-hour Infusion Class preferred • Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English • Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients • Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms • Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families • Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observe the Company’s health, safety and security practices. • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advance electronic media skills. • Support Company research and educational activities. • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Under the direction of an RN, provides nursing tasks to patients and families such as Continuous Care, dressing changes, catheter changes as identified in the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG). • Demonstrates clinical skills regarding application of Company policies and procedures such as: medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships. • Observes/monitors patients for alterations in body systems, pain and symptoms and reports to RN. • Observes and reports signs of adverse reactions and responses to treatments and reports to RN. • Reports findings to physicians, APRNs and physician’s assistants following collaboration with RN. • Performs venipuncture for blood specimens. • Performs Central Venous Line (CVL) site observation/inspection; venous access device dressing, cap change and flushing venous access device; IV medication and fluid administration, IV pushes (in Hospice House only and per procedure) and venipuncture. May not make any changes to infusion pump including, but not limited to, rate changes and IV bag changes. • Documents per policy and procedure in medical record. • Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.): While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; bend; balance. Occasionally required to: lift; pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

HOSPICE HOUSE LPN PRN The Villages-12 Hour Nights

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role:Perform personal care and home making services for clients in the community. • Adhere to written and oral instructions prepared by primary nurse. • Perform all aspects of personal care and hygiene to patients according to Hope Hospice Policy and Procedures. • Utilize knowledge of proper and safe techniques, re: ambulation, transfer, positioning, and ROM, Standard precautions. • Ability to guide caregiver and families regarding the safe and comfortable personal care of the patient inclusive of but not limited to ADL’s, Standard Precautions mobility and environment. Assist families of patients as needed. • Ability to document care and services, observations and interventions to primary nurse, managers and IDG. Knowledge &amp; Skills: • Excellent communication; via phone, in person and email. • Exhibit good time management skills and organizational skills. • Attention to detail &amp; ability to handle confidential information following HIPPA guidelines. • Knowledge of meal preparation and feeding techniques and/or questioning. • Must be flexible to work in other locations if needed. Required qualifications: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) • Certificate of completion of a qualified Certified Nurse Assistant training program. • Current Florida Certified Nursing License • Must also successfully complete a competency evaluation program prior to furnishing services to patients. • CPR certification required. • Valid Florida Drivers’ License with good record • Automobile Insurance • Clear level 2 background checkThis position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

PACE CNA

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: To lead activities and assist in developing activity calendar. May perform personal care as outlined in the plan of care. Key Responsibilities: • Ability to lead groups of people in activities and assist in the development of the activity calendar • Knowledge of meal preparation and feeding techniques • Ability to document care, observations, and interventions • Perform routine household care such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors, cleaning kitchen and bathroom counters • Perform all aspects of personal care and hygiene • Utilize knowledge of proper and safe techniques with regards to ambulation, transfer, positioning, ROM and universal precautions Knowledge &amp; Skills: • Utilize good judgment in all aspects of the job • Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others • Must be flexible to work in other locations if neededEducational/Training Requirements Certifed Nursing Assistant License in the State of Florida. Valid Driver's License in the State of Florida.Experience RequirementsOne or more years' experience with a frail or elderly population. Home health, hospice or activity experience is preferred.Position Specific Responsibilities (not all inclusive)To lead activities and assist in developing activity calendar. May perform personal care as outlined in the plan of care. Adhere to written activity calendar and duty chart prepared by Center Manager and/or the Recreational Therapist. Ability to lead groups of people in activities Ability to assist in the development of activity calendar Knowledge of meal preparation and feeding techniques. Ability to recognize and communicate needs of patients and family to appropriate staff. Ability to document care, observations and interventions. Ability to perform time management and organizational skills. Ability to perform routine household care such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors, cleaning kitchen and bathroom counters. Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers. Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job. When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor. Ensure job responsibilities are met, including attendance requirements and prompt arrival at work. For CNA: Perform all aspects of personal care and hygiene according to Organizational Policy and Procedures. Utilize knowledge of proper and safe techniques with regards to ambulation, transfer, positioning, ROM and universal precautions.Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers. Consistently represents Hope with integrity and professionalism. Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job. Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service. When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor. Assist with special projects, as requested. All other job duties as may be assigned.This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

PACE Activity Assistant I

<h4>Job Description</h4>Job DescriptionIMCS is a Healthcare and Professional Staffing Company. From nursing staffing, temp to hire, and permanent to healthcare contracts, IMCS provides hospitals and medical facilities with high-quality clinical professionals with the highest standards and compliance to provide the best medical care.&nbsp;Job Duties / Responsibilities?<ul><li>Interview patients.</li><li>Maintain compliance with confidentiality requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with registered nurses.</li><li>Deliver patient care.</li><li>Monitor patient status.</li><li>Help with the diagnosis of patient ailments.</li><li>Educate patients on treatment options.</li><li>Follow the instructions of supervisors.</li></ul>&nbsp;Job Requirements:&nbsp;Experience / License / Certification / Education etc.<ul><li>Graduate of an accredited Nursing School – within past 1 year is preferred; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.</li><li>Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state which you practice and/or hold an active Compact/Multi-State RN license.</li><li>No current or prior experience working as an acute care hospital RN.</li><li>Flexibility to workday or night shift (unit needs vary)</li><li>Attendance is imperative and 100% mandatory throughout the initial StaRN Training Program</li></ul>What is the schedule?8-hours Day .Must have and Nice to have:&nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;Graduate of an accredited Nursing School – within past 1 year is preferred; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.</li><li>Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state which you practice and/or hold an active Compact/Multi-State RN license.</li></ul>Deal Breakers:<ul><li>Graduate of an accredited Nursing School – within past 1 year is preferred; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.</li><li>Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state which you practice and/or hold an active Compact/Multi-State RN license.</li></ul>

IMCS Group

New Grad RN

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: The RN, Care Coordinator is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.Qualifications: • Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working • Minimum one (1) year of in-patient nursing or hospice experience for external candidates; for internal applicants, minimum of 6-months of LPN experience with hospice/home health within an affiliate • Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system • Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule • Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms • Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written) • Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients • Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families • Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area • Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation•&nbsp;Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023Some locations may require:<ul><li>Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:<ul><li>Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner&nbsp;</li><li>Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses</li><li>Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs</li><li>Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy</li><li>Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs</li><li>Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort</li><li>Obtains Physician orders</li><li>Completes documentation per Company policy</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.</li><li>Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up.&nbsp; When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.</li><li>Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.</li><li>Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.</li><li>Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.</li><li>Obtains medical record information for the referral.</li><li>Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.</li><li>Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.</li><li>Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.</li></ul> Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices. • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advance electronic media skills. • Support Company research and educational activities. • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up. • Coordinates the Plan of Care, ensuring that an individualized Plan of Care is developed that accurately reflects the patient’s evolving needs. • Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, palliative interventions, care giving, dying process and safety practices. • Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDG or other health professionals. • Participates with the IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness. • Attends patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications. • Provides appropriate bereavement interventions to the family and caregiver in conjunction with psychosocial staff. • Presents concise and pertinent oral and written reports to IDG; respects and encourages input from all disciplines. • Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others. • Supervises patient care given by other nursing team members (i.e., LPNs, Hospice Aides, and contract nurses). • Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.): While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance. Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Field RN Case Manager /Fri-Sun -with Incentive Cornerstone Hospice

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Under RN supervision, the LPN is responsible for providing nursing interventions and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life to the patient/family unit.Qualifications: • A high school diploma or G.E.D. or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Current LPN licensure in the state of Florida, or current licensure from another state plus a temporary Florida permit•&nbsp;Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023. For LPN in a Hospice House, the deadline is 3/31/2023. • Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in an in-patient, hospice, or home health setting • Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule • Certificate of completion of 30 hour Infusion Therapy Course and in-house 8-hour Infusion Class preferred • Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English • Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients • Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms • Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families • Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observe the Company’s health, safety and security practices. • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advance electronic media skills. • Support Company research and educational activities. • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Under the direction of an RN, provides nursing tasks to patients and families such as Continuous Care, dressing changes, catheter changes as identified in the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG). • Demonstrates clinical skills regarding application of Company policies and procedures such as: medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships. • Observes/monitors patients for alterations in body systems, pain and symptoms and reports to RN. • Observes and reports signs of adverse reactions and responses to treatments and reports to RN. • Reports findings to physicians, APRNs and physician’s assistants following collaboration with RN. • Performs venipuncture for blood specimens. • Performs Central Venous Line (CVL) site observation/inspection; venous access device dressing, cap change and flushing venous access device; IV medication and fluid administration, IV pushes (in Hospice House only and per procedure) and venipuncture. May not make any changes to infusion pump including, but not limited to, rate changes and IV bag changes. • Documents per policy and procedure in medical record. • Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.): While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; bend; balance. Occasionally required to: lift; pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Per Diem- LPN, Hospice House (7a-7p)

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!Role: The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.Qualifications: • Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working•&nbsp;Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Employees hired prior to 12/31/2022 must obtain certificate prior to 10/1/2023. For LPN in a Hospice House, the deadline is 3/31/2023.• Minimum one (1) year of in-patient nursing or hospice experience for external candidates; for internal applicants, minimum of 6-months of LPN experience with hospice/home health within an affiliate • Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system • Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy • Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule • Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms • Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written) • Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients • Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families • Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area • Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodationSome locations may require:<ul><li>Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:<ul><li>Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner&nbsp;</li><li>Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses</li><li>Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs</li><li>Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy</li><li>Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs</li><li>Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort</li><li>Obtains Physician orders</li><li>Completes documentation per Company policy</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.</li><li>Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up.&nbsp; When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.</li><li>Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.</li><li>Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.</li><li>Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.</li><li>Obtains medical record information for the referral.</li><li>Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.</li><li>Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.</li><li>Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.</li></ul> Competencies: • Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position. Responsibilities of all employees: • Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients. • Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse. • Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices. • Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices. • Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company. • Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner. • Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations. • Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels. • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level. • Advance electronic media skills. • Support Company research and educational activities. • Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally. • Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position. Job Responsibilities: • Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow-up. • Coordinates the Plan of Care, ensuring that an individualized Plan of Care is developed that accurately reflects the patient’s evolving needs. • Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, palliative interventions, care giving, dying process and safety practices. • Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDG or other health professionals. • Participates with the IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness. • Attends patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications. • Provides appropriate bereavement interventions to the family and caregiver in conjunction with psychosocial staff. • Presents concise and pertinent oral and written reports to IDG; respects and encourages input from all disciplines. • Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others. • Supervises patient care given by other nursing team members (i.e., LPNs, Hospice Aides, and contract nurses). • Performs other duties as assigned. Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.): While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to: stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; balance. Occasionally required to: pull; push; stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

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