CNA Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice CNA / HCA / Caregiver

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onGig Harbor, WA
CONTINUUM CARE HOSPICE Continuum Care is one of the top and fastest growing hospices in the Pacific Northwest and has received the honor of winning the Best in the PNW for the Seattle Times People's Choice Award for 2023. Being a part of the Continuum Team means you are joining a company with rapid growth within the current counties of services as well as new counties opening up each year, all of which brings great potential for professional growth in all areas and disciplines. Even with this rapid growth, Continuum has been able to maintain the "small-town feel" where co-workers are often considered friends and a wonderful work family and reaching the CEO or VP is as easy as reaching anyone else in the company. With competitive wages, benefits packages, and the potential for your own personal and professional growth, careers with Continuum are hard to pass up. Learn more about our Company at www.continuumwa.com We look forward to meeting you. JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The hospice aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various tasks as assigned in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for reporting and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. Certifcation must be an Active NAC or HCA certification through the WA DOH. NAR not accepted. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. 2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. 3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) 4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. 5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. 6. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned. Hospice Aides may not provide patients with homemade food items or baked goods that they themselves prepared 7. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. 8. Reporting any complaint of pain or other symptoms or changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. 9. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. 10. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. 11. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” 12. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs, emptying waste baskets and other light homemaker tasks. 13. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. 14. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. 15. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. 16. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. 17. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 18. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. 19. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements to the WA Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 20. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation of WA State laws and ethics to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB LIMITATIONS The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant course or equivalent training with current license. 2.. High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) 3. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. 4. Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. 5. Prior experience in hospice, orderly, acute , rehabilitative, or long term care facility. 1 year previous home health/hospice experience preferred 6. Basic computer skills to document in electronic medical records (EMR) 7. At least 18 years of age 8. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order. BENEFITS 1. PTO & Paid Holidays 2. Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 3. Short Term Disability 4. Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Chronic Illness Insurance 5. Life Insurance 6. 401(k) 7. Employee Referral Bonus 8. Mileage Reimbursement
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager Hospice

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onKent, WA
***This position will be covering Kent/Maple Valley and surrounding areas ** JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of VA state, local, and federal law and ethics as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities if required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice in the state of Virginia. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides may be applicable. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager Hospice

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onSeattle, WA
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of VA state, local, and federal law and ethics as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities if required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice in the state of Virginia. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides may be applicable. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Nurse Case Manager (RN)

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onRenton, WA
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of VA state, local, and federal law and ethics as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities if required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice in the state of Washington. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides may be applicable. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
CNA Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Caregiver / CNA / HCA Hospice Aide

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onMarysville, WA
CONTINUUM CARE HOSPICE Continuum Care is one of the top and fastest growing hospices in the Pacific Northwest and has received the honor of winning the Best in the PNW for the Seattle Times People's Choice Award for 2023 & 2024. Being a part of the Continuum Team means you are joining a company with rapid growth within the current counties of services as well as new counties opening up each year, all of which brings great potential for professional growth in all areas and disciplines. Even with this rapid growth, Continuum has been able to maintain the "small-town feel" where co-workers are often considered friends and a wonderful work family and reaching the CEO or VP is as easy as reaching anyone else in the company. With competitive wages, benefits packages, and the potential for your own personal and professional growth, careers with Continuum are hard to pass up. Learn more about our Company at www.continuumwa.com We look forward to meeting you! JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The hospice aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various tasks as assigned in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for reporting and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. 2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. 3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) 4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. 5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. 6. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned. Hospice Aides may not provide patients with homemade food items or baked goods that they themselves prepared 7. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. 8. Reporting any complaint of pain or other symptoms or changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. 9. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. 10. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. 11. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” 12. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs, emptying waste baskets and other light homemaker tasks. 13. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. 14. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. 15. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. 16. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. 17. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 18. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. 19. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements to the VA Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 20. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation of VA State laws and ethics to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB LIMITATIONS The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant course or equivalent training with current license. 2.. High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) 3. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. 4. Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. 5. Prior experience in hospice, orderly, acute , rehabilitative, or long term care facility. 1 year previous home health/hospice experience preferred 6. Basic computer skills to document in electronic medical records (EMR) 7. At least 18 years of age 8. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
CNA Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Caregiver / Hospice Aide / CNA / HCA

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onStanwood, WA
CONTINUUM CARE HOSPICE Continuum Care is one of the top and fastest growing hospices in the Pacific Northwest and has received the honor of winning the Best in the PNW for the Seattle Times People's Choice Award for 2023 & 2024. Being a part of the Continuum Team means you are joining a company with rapid growth within the current counties of services as well as new counties opening up each year, all of which brings great potential for professional growth in all areas and disciplines. Even with this rapid growth, Continuum has been able to maintain the "small-town feel" where co-workers are often considered friends and a wonderful work family and reaching the CEO or VP is as easy as reaching anyone else in the company. With competitive wages, benefits packages, and the potential for your own personal and professional growth, careers with Continuum are hard to pass up. Learn more about our Company at www.continuumwa.com We look forward to meeting you. Job Title/Position: Hospice Aide Reports To: Clinical Manager / RN Case Manager JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The hospice aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various tasks as assigned in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for reporting and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. 2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. 3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O 2 etc.) 4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. 5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. 6. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned. Hospice Aides may not provide patients with homemade food items or baked goods that they themselves prepared 7. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. 8. Reporting any complaint of pain or other symptoms or changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. 9. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. 10. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. 11. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” 12. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs, emptying waste baskets and other light homemaker tasks. 13. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. 14. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. 15. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. 16. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. 17. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 18. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. 19. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of chapters 246- 335 WAC and 70.127 RCW to the Washington Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 20. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation of RCW 74.34.020 or 26.44.030 to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB LIMITATIONS The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant course or equivalent training 2. Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) in the state of Washington 3. Current Healthcare Provider CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification ( (may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer) 4. Current Food Handlers Permit 5. High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) 6. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. 7. Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. 8. Prior experience in hospice, orderly, acute, rehabilitative, or long-term care facility. 1 year previous home health/hospice experience preferred 9. Basic computer skills to document in electronic medical records (EMR) 10. At least 18 years of age. 11. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Admission Nurse (RN)

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onBurien, WA
Job Title/Position: Admission RN Reports To: Clinical Director ***Preferred schedule is Tues through Saturday or 4 10-hour shifts Wednesday through Saturday*** JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Admission RN plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. 11. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 5. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 6. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. Additional Duties 1. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 2. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and inservice classes. 3. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 4. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Float Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onBurien, WA
***Position will be based in King County but will occasionally cover visits in Snohomish and Pierce County as needed** Job Title/Position : Hospice Float RN Reports To : Clinical Director JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY : The Float Hospice RN is responsible for responding to all of the Hospice patient census and their families, as well as handling any referrals or community inquiries. The Float nurse will provide urgent clinical and psychosocial interventions for patients and their families, skilled pain and symptom management and collaboration with providers within and outside of the hospice team to maximize positive patient outcomes. The work of the Float Hospice RN provides considerable consideration for independent assessment and judgement in crisis situations, utilizing and consulting with the Hospice Medical Director and administrator on call as indicated. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES : Consistent availability by telephone and email during assigned shifts. Conducts urgent physical and psychosocial assessments of the patient and family during after hours and determines appropriate interventions. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Provides skilled nursing care focusing on pain control and symptom management. Provides interim guidance to the patient and family regarding diagnosis, medications, treatments and progress. Documents patient care thoroughly and timely. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Works closely with members of the IDG to provide continuity of care and support for the patient and family. Collaborates with vendors to obtain DME, supplies and medications when needed after-hours. Collaborates with the hospital and other community residential staffing to adjust interventions and plans of care as needed. Conducts after hours hospice admissions as necessary. Participates in mandatory meetings as required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-services. Fulfills the obligation of requested assignments. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy of care. Functions effectively as a team member. Holds a comprehensive knowledge of medication, treatment and therapies for pain and symptom management. Visits patients wherever they call home. Consults with physicians, other team members and administrative staff as indicated. Relates to and cares for people from all walks of life in a calm, courteous and professional manner. Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws and company policy. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maintains current unencumbered license to practice in the commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse. Preferably has two years of experience in hospice, homecare, hospital medical-surgical or oncology nursing. Understands and works within state and federal laws and regulations and nursing scope of practice. Understands documentation requirements and is able to complete documentation in a timely manner. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must maintain current driver’s license and automobile insurance, providing own transportation. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic computer skills, basic math skills and nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Weekend Night Runner

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onLynnwood, WA
Job Title/Position : Hospice On Call RN Reports To : Clinical Director JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY : The On-Call Hospice RN is responsible for responding to all of the Hospice patient census and their families, as well as handling any referrals or community inquiries outside of office hours (Friday 5p - 8a, Sat, 8p - 8a, Sun, 8p-8a) . The on-call nurse will provide urgent clinical and psychosocial interventions for patients and their families, skilled pain and symptom management and collaboration with providers within and outside of the hospice team to maximize positive patient outcomes. The work of the On-Call Hospice RN provides considerable consideration for independent assessment and judgement in crisis situations, utilizing and consulting with the Hospice Medical Director and administrator on call as indicated. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES : Consistent availability by telephone and email during assigned shifts. Conducts urgent physical and psychosocial assessments of the patient and family during after hours and determines appropriate interventions. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Provides skilled nursing care focusing on pain control and symptom management. Provides interim guidance to the patient and family regarding diagnosis, medications, treatments and progress. Documents patient care thoroughly and timely. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Works closely with members of the IDG to provide continuity of care and support for the patient and family. Collaborates with vendors to obtain DME, supplies and medications when needed after-hours. Collaborates with the hospital and other community residential staffing to adjust interventions and plans of care as needed. Conducts after hours hospice admissions as necessary. Participates in mandatory meetings as required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-services. Fulfills the obligation of requested assignments. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy of care. Functions effectively as a team member. Holds a comprehensive knowledge of medication, treatment and therapies for pain and symptom management. Visits patients wherever they call home. Consults with physicians, other team members and administrative staff as indicated. Relates to and cares for people from all walks of life in a calm, courteous and professional manner. Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws and company policy. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maintains current unencumbered license to practice in the commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse. Preferably has two years of experience in hospice, homecare, hospital medical-surgical or oncology nursing. Understands and works within state and federal laws and regulations and nursing scope of practice. Understands documentation requirements and is able to complete documentation in a timely manner. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must maintain current driver’s license and automobile insurance, providing own transportation. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic computer skills, basic math skills and nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager Hospice

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onTacoma, WA
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of VA state, local, and federal law and ethics as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities if required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice in the state of Washington. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides may be applicable. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Admission Nurse (RN)

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onShoreline, WA
***Preferred schedule is Tues through Saturday or 4 10-hour shifts Wednesday through Saturday*** Job Title/Position: Admission RN Reports To: Clinical Director JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Admission RN plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. 11. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 5. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 6. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. Additional Duties 1. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 2. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and inservice classes. 3. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 4. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Washington

RN Case Manager Hospice

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onEverett, WA
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of VA state, local, and federal law and ethics as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities if required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice in the state of Virginia. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides may be applicable. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
RN Hospice Part-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Weekend Runner (RN)

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onBurien, WA
Job Title/Position : Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) Reports To : Clinical Director JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY : The Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) is responsible for filling in for RN Case Managers, On-Call RNs, and Admission RNs experiencing an overage of visits per day during the weekend. The Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) will provide clinical and psychosocial interventions for patients and their families, skilled pain and symptom management and collaboration with providers within and outside of the hospice team to maximize positive patient outcomes. The work of the Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) provides considerable consideration for independent assessment and judgement in crisis situations, utilizing and consulting with the Hospice Medical Director and / or Administrator On-Call as indicated. This will be two 12-hour shifts, Saturday and Sunday weekly, 8a - 8p. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES : Consistent availability by telephone and email during assigned shifts. Conducts urgent physical and psychosocial assessments of the patient and family during and after hours and determines appropriate interventions. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Provides skilled nursing care focusing on pain control and symptom management. Provides interim guidance to the patient and family regarding diagnosis, medications, treatments and progress. Documents patient care thoroughly and timely. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Works closely with members of the IDG to provide continuity of care and support for the patient and family. Collaborates with vendors to obtain DME, supplies and medications when needed after-hours. Collaborates with the hospital and other community residential staffing to adjust interventions and plans of care as needed. Conducts after hours hospice admissions as necessary. Participates in mandatory meetings as required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-services. Fulfills the obligation of requested assignments. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy of care. Functions effectively as a team member. Holds a comprehensive knowledge of medication, treatment and therapies for pain and symptom management. Visits patients wherever they call home. Consults with physicians, other team members and administrative staff as indicated. Relates to and cares for people from all walks of life in a calm, courteous and professional manner. Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws and company policy. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maintains current unencumbered license to practice in the commonwealth of Washington as a Registered Nurse. Preferably has two years of experience in hospice, homecare, hospital medical-surgical or oncology nursing. Understands and works within state and federal laws and regulations and nursing scope of practice. Understands documentation requirements and is able to complete documentation in a timely manner. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must maintain current driver’s license and automobile insurance, providing own transportation. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic computer skills, basic math skills and nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
RN Home Health Hospice Part-time
Continuum Care of Washington

Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN)

apartment Continuum Care of Washington location_onLynnwood, WA
Job Title/Position : Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) Reports To : Clinical Director JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY : The Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) is responsible for filling in for RN Case Managers, On-Call RNs, and Admission RNs experiencing an overage of visits per day during the weekend. The Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) will provide clinical and psychosocial interventions for patients and their families, skilled pain and symptom management and collaboration with providers within and outside of the hospice team to maximize positive patient outcomes. The work of the Hospice Weekend Visit Nurse (RN) provides considerable consideration for independent assessment and judgement in crisis situations, utilizing and consulting with the Hospice Medical Director and / or Administrator On-Call as indicated. This will be two 12-hour shifts, Saturday and Sunday weekly, 8a - 8p. Please reach out with any questions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES : Consistent availability by telephone and email during assigned shifts. Conducts urgent physical and psychosocial assessments of the patient and family during and after hours and determines appropriate interventions. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Provides skilled nursing care focusing on pain control and symptom management. Provides interim guidance to the patient and family regarding diagnosis, medications, treatments and progress. Documents patient care thoroughly and timely. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Works closely with members of the IDG to provide continuity of care and support for the patient and family. Collaborates with vendors to obtain DME, supplies and medications when needed after-hours. Collaborates with the hospital and other community residential staffing to adjust interventions and plans of care as needed. Conducts after hours hospice admissions as necessary. Participates in mandatory meetings as required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-services. Fulfills the obligation of requested assignments. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy of care. Functions effectively as a team member. Holds a comprehensive knowledge of medication, treatment and therapies for pain and symptom management. Visits patients wherever they call home. Consults with physicians, other team members and administrative staff as indicated. Relates to and cares for people from all walks of life in a calm, courteous and professional manner. Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws and company policy. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maintains current unencumbered license to practice in the commonwealth of Washington as a Registered Nurse. Preferably has two years of experience in hospice, homecare, hospital medical-surgical or oncology nursing. Understands and works within state and federal laws and regulations and nursing scope of practice. Understands documentation requirements and is able to complete documentation in a timely manner. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must maintain current driver’s license and automobile insurance, providing own transportation. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic computer skills, basic math skills and nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.