Registered Nurse - Hospice

Job Summary

Coordinates, facilitates and performs interdisciplinary plan of care through assessment and evaluation of patient condition and effectiveness of care under the direction of the attending physician by traveling to patient homes, community-based residential facilities, assisted living locations, hospitals or other sites to meet patient and family/caregivers, assess patient care needs, acuity in relation to policies, procedures and regulations of home care and/or hospice services.

• Assesses and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
• Performs 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 plan of care.
• Documents status and communication in adherence with regulations.
• Coordinates and communicates with multi‑disciplinary team members and outside agencies as appropriate to achieve expected outcomes for patient care and education through end of life or discharge.
• Completes admission paperwork and verifies insurance information.
• Completes a comprehensive medical assessment by entering data into the clinical computer program and ensures it is completed in a timely manner.
• Provides skilled nursing care within the established plan of care, including vitals, wound care, IV care, ostomy care, blood draws, injections, and physical assessment of the overall patient’s medical condition.
• Documents visit notes, treatments, and care, follows visit patterns according to physician’s orders, and ensures required visits are completed on time.
• Ensures all documentation is timely, accurate and complete in adherence to regulations.
• Collaborates with the patient, patient’s family and healthcare team to develop a comprehensive plan of care based on the unique needs of the patient.
• Responds to calls from patients, family members and others, completes follow‑up to address needs, issues, or concerns.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing or has education equivalency for licensing.

No experience required.

• Proof of motor vehicle liability insurance that meets minimum state requirements upon hire and upon request.

Constant speaking, standing, walking and use of vision, hearing, and smell; frequent lifting, carrying, and driving of patients or equipment weighing 0–25 lbs.; occasional lifting of 25–50 lbs.; and occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and repeated arm and leg movements.

• Illinois – Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) and Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and Driver License – State Issued
• Missouri – Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) and Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State or Registered Nurse (RN) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration and Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and Driver License – State Issued
• Oklahoma – Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) and Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State or Registered Nurse (RN) – Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) and Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and Driver License – State Issued
• Wisconsin – Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) and Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State or Registered Nurse (RN) – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services and Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and Driver License – State Issued

Day Shift (United States of America). Scheduled weekly hours: 0.

• Paid parental leave: one week pro-rated for newborns or adopted children.
• Flexible payment options via Daily Pay: instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply).
• Upfront tuition coverage through Flex Path for eligible team members.

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