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Registered Nurse On Call PRN, Weekends
Gentiva • Merrillville, IN 46410 • Posted 30+ days ago
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SouthernCare, part of the Gentiva family, is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse - On Call to provide support on weekends, acting as the primary liaison between physician, patient/family and hospice team. The role involves direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient's family after normal business hours on an on-call basis, managing an interdisciplinary group, evaluating patient/family needs, and participating in quality assessment and performance improvement programs.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient's family after normal business hours on an on-call basis
- Manage an interdisciplinary group consisting of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants and support staff to enhance the quality of hospice care
- Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient
- Maintain all assigned patient clinical records
- Participate in company quality assessment and performance improvement programs
Qualifications
Required
- Compassionate, kind and empathetic to patients and their families
- A current RN license (in the state of requested employment or ability to obtain)
- 1+ years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or oncology preferred
About Gentiva
Gentiva is a reputable healthcare company based in Atlanta, GA, offering in-home, palliative, and hospice care services. They provide personal care assistance, palliative care for serious illnesses, and compassionate end-of-life care and support. Gentiva also supports healthcare providers with resources and expertise, offering a holistic approach to care.
Full Job Description
SouthernCare, part of the Gentiva family of hospice, home health, palliative, and community care providers, focuses on clinical excellence with compassion and dignity. Our company culture centers around humility, servant leadership, empathy, and innovation while we serve as a leader in the home care industry. Our people and our patient care allow us to make a difference when life matters most. We are passionate about what we do because our care matters.
**Overview**
We're looking for a **per diem** **Registered Nurse - On Call** to join our team and provide support on weekends.
You will report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director or Patient Care Manager Senior and will maintain primary control and professional management of each patient. You will act as primary liaison between physician, patient/family and hospice team.
+ You'll provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient's family after normal business hours on an on-call basis
+ You'll manage an interdisciplinary group consisting of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants and support staff to enhance the quality of hospice care
+ You'll evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient
+ You'll maintain all assigned patient clinical records
+ You'll participate in company quality assessment and performance improvement programs
**About You**
+ Compassionate, kind and empathetic to your patients and their families
+ A current RN license (in the state of requested employment or ability to obtain)
+ 1+ years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or oncology preferred
**We Offer**
+ Competitive Salaries
+ Professional Growth and Development Opportunities
**Legalese**
+ This is a safety-sensitive position
+ Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
+ Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
+ We are proud to be an EEO employer
+ We maintain a drug-free workplace
ReqID: 2024-105958
Category: Clinical
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: SouthernCare
Type of Service: Hospice Only
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