Nurse -LPN or RN

After Hours Nurse – LPN or RN (8p – 8:30a)

Hospice of the Western Reserve

Join our team as an On‑Call Nurse to positively impact the experiences of patients and families during evening hours. You will have the autonomy to utilize your nursing skills when patients and families need help after hours in urgent times. Your schedule is 8p – 8:30a, with an expectation to work every other weekend and every other holiday, covering a multi‑county territory.

This position includes a $3,000 sign‑on bonus for full‑time work.

• Assess physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient and family (RN only).
• Gather data related to patient and family’s needs (LPN).
• Provide intermittent skilled nursing services under the patient’s physician’s direction.
• Monitor and evaluate pain and symptoms; provide information and assistance to manage problems.
• Serve as a liaison to the patient’s physicians when needed and provide relevant information.
• Provide emotional support to the patient and family.
• Refer patients and/or family members to other services when appropriate.
• Provide instruction (health care teaching) related to care in a residence.
• Make a visit to the patient’s residence at the time of death.
• Maintain, promptly complete, and return all documentation as required.
• Communicate and act as liaison with patients, family, and health professionals respecting confidentiality and dignity.
• Relay pertinent information to appropriate team members.
• Participate in meetings as initiated by the team leader.
• Participate in mandatory or elective HWR University events, trainings, or in‑services as necessary.
• RNs shall participate in triage coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licensed RN/LPN in the state of Ohio.
• Experience preferred in pain and symptom management, oncology, or mental health.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care to all age groups.
• Ability to handle stressful and constantly changing conditions; must make sound professional decisions quickly.
• Ability to access patients and families in any residential and/or public setting in any weather condition.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and related technology.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and acceptable insurance.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination for nursing care and equipment operation.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally, and 50 lbs frequently using safe transfer techniques.
• Ability to stoop, squat, or bend frequently.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
• Possibility of exposure to environmental elements, blood borne pathogens, chemicals, allergens, and inclement weather.

• Total Rewards Package (Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits, corporate discounts).
• Tuition Assistance.
• Exempt role.
• Technology Package.
• Protocols in place for wellbeing during COVID‑19.

• Compliance with Annual Flu Shot Policy or exemption documentation.
• Active auto insurance policy as a licensed driver in Ohio.
• Active driver’s license.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The responsibilities of this position are described above and may change at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. This description does not indicate that these are the only duties.

Applicants who may need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact:
Careers at Hospice of the Western Reserve
17876 St. Clair Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44114
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Hospice of the Western Reserve is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply.