RN On-Call Runner- nights - Cornerstone Hospice

RN, 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!

Monday-Thursday 6pm-8am sign on bonus available benefits from day 1

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.

• 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…