RN, -Nights and Weekends

Position: RN, After Hours-Nights and Weekends
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!

Benefits Day 1

Mileage Reimbursement

Schedule-Nights and Weekends-430 pm - 1230 am and 1230 am - 830 am

5-8 hours shifts

Job Profile Summary

Role:

The RN, Nights and Weekends provides after-hours field visits to patients, families, and community partners. Establishes and maintains positive relationships with team members, patients/families, and referral resources.

Qualifications:

* Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working

* Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred

* Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system

* Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written); bi-lingual in Spanish preferred

* Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy

* Reliable transportation to meet patients' needs

* Excellent critical decision making and problem-solving skills

* Excellent clinical and assessment skills

* Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms

* Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize demands to meet patient service standards and deadlines

* Ability to effectively handle stressful situations professionally and calmly with exceptional customer service

* Strong patient service skills

* Information seeking / probing skills

* Accurate knowledge transfer

* Listening, understanding, and responding

* Able to navigate in a fast-paced environment utilizing interpersonal skills during patient visits

* Ability to work in a cooperative team environment

* Able to exhibit a sense of urgency in daily work activities

* Skilled in computer operations; proficiency in MS Office software applications, on-line research and proven data entry and navigation skills

* Available to work shifts to accommodate extended hours of operation as scheduled

* Ability to perform sedentary work with frequent interruptions

* 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 accommodations

* Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Some locations may require:

* Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to:

* 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

* Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses

* Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs

* Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy

* Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient's immediate needs

* Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort

* Obtains Physician orders

* Completes documentation per Company policy

* 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.

* Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.

* Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.

* Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.

* Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.

* Obtains medical record information for the referral.

* Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.

* Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.

* Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.

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…