RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
$41 - $42 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Full-time weekend + 1 position. Work every Saturday and Sunday 8a-8p plus (1) day during the week 8a-4p. Holidays that fall on the weekend. The majority of our patients prefer to receive hospice and palliative care in their home environment to maintain their independence and live their lives to the best of their ability. Symptoms are managed so that the patient can live a full life with the support of family and friends and the comforts of home. An Admissions Registered Nurse is responsible for presentation of Hospice services to clients who have been referred for all levels of care (general inpatient, home care, and nursing home). Facilitates and completes the admission process after reviewing patient/family goals of care and identifying the appropriate level of care. Initiates individual professional IDT plan of care. Collaborates with the IDT, physician, and facility staff to determine start of care orders. Provides in-services for hospital staff and the community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for an Admissions Registered Nurse: Presentation of hospice services to patients and families is individualized, sensitive to patient and family's fears, needs and goals, demonstrates a knowledge of guidelines for hospice eligibility (LCD, CCMR's) and related HPCB programs, and appropriately identifies the level of hospice care. Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings appropriately in the EMR. Performs pain assessments using, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing; optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. Able to articulate clinical course/disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Initiates the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, diuretics. Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal and personal protective equipment. Displays a cost conscious orientation towards care delivery, providing effective and cost efficient care. Organizes consistently to meet productivity standards, incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and completes documentation requirements within time parameters. Executes patient/family/caregiver teaching in all given situations. Adheres to requirements of both HPCB and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Displays an ability to establish relationships and maintain/collaborate positive rapport with other access and hospice clinical staff and hospice support staff, hospital staff, and the medical community. Demonstrates a bias for action, acts on what is important, is proactive and creative, possess a "can do" attitude, has an ability to work under pressure and keep difficult situations in prospective. Qualifications for an Admissions Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience 2 years of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.
LPN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Holiday rotation. A Home Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for carrying out patient care in accordance with physician's orders under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse in charge and supervision of the Team Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Home Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Provides skilled nursing care to patients as directed by the IDG plan of care in accordance with agency policies. This includes personal care, vital signs, and administration of medications, treatments and any other procedures within their professional practice following the policies of the agency. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, using A-I-R protocol. Reinforces patient and family teaching that may include information on the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies under the guidance of registered nurse assigned to the same case. Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by assisting in planning and exchanging information with other health professionals. Assists the physician and registered nurse in performing specialized procedures. Elicit patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e., reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene; waste disposal; use of personal protective equipment. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate health professionals, contributing to the coordination of the total plan of care inclusive of review/revision of the nursing care plan, evaluation of the effectiveness and attainment of patient care outcomes, and discharge planning. Participates in the quality improvement program and documents quality assurance data as required. Participates in weekend, holiday rotation and back up visits as needed. Adheres to requirements of the organizations policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Qualifications of a Home Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Education/Certification Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing with current LPN licensure in the State of New York. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience 1 year of nursing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
LPN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator. 7:30am-3:30pm Monday-Friday. Holiday rotation. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator handles the day to day coordination of the team clinical functions, assists in implementing the patient plan of care with staff, volunteers, and outside agencies. Communicates as a liaison between staff, patients, and outside agencies. Assists with maintaining records. May involve direct patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator: Assists in coordination and implementation of the patient plan of care. Handles phone calls from the patient, primary care giver, or designee regarding any questions or concerns. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary teams, RNs, or Team Manager. Coordinates and schedules patient visits. Provide timely documentation/data entry per Hospice time frames and deadlines. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate team professionals. Assists the team and Team Manager with other administrative functions, as necessary. Qualifications for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing with current LPN licensure in the State of New York. Experience 1 year of nursing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
$39 - $40 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Full Time, 9am-5pm with weekend rotation and holiday rotation. Home Connections (Palliative Care), is an affiliate of Hospice & Palliative Care Buffalo, which serves patients through home visits and works in partnership with the patient's physicians to coordinate care and help navigate the complexities of today's healthcare system. A Home Connections Registered Nurse renders professional nursing services, in accordance with physicians' orders, for individualized patient care and psychosocial/ spiritual interventions for assigned patients/families. Provides nursing care in accordance with Hospice objectives, as well as, policies and procedures of the organization and the State Nurse Practice Act. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Home Connections Registered Nurse: A Home Connections Registered Nurse demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings on all appropriate forms and on the plan of care. Performs pain assessments using Edmonton Scale, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing and assures optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely appropriate interventions. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the interdisciplinary team; articulates disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, and other neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Modifies the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, and diuretics. Incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and/or as much as appropriately possible without compromising the quality of care and/or communication. Assures the timely completion and return of all initial, renewal and modified orders and reviews all PPOC's for procedural compliance. Qualifications for a Home Connections Registered Nurse: Education / Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Registered Nurse licensure in New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. If applicable, Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience (1) Year of nursing practice as a professional Registered Nurse is preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
$40 - $41 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. Holiday rotation. The majority of our patients prefer to receive hospice and palliative care at home to maintain their independence and live their lives to the best of their ability. Symptoms are managed so that the patient can live a full life with the support of family and friends and the comforts of home. A Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse renders professional nursing services, in accordance with physicians' orders, for individualized patient care and psychosocial/ spiritual interventions for assigned patients/families. Provides nursing care in accordance with Hospice objectives, as well as, policies and procedures of the organization and the State Nurse Practice Act. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse: Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings on all appropriate forms and on the plan of care. Performs pain assessments using Edmonton Scale, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing and assures optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely appropriate interventions. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the interdisciplinary team; articulates disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, and other neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Modifies the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, and diuretics. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, and documents care using A-I-R protocol to support hospice stay in program and level of care. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Adheres to requirements of both CHPC and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative); Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and/or as much as appropriately possible without compromising the quality of care and/or communication. Assures the timely completion and return of all initial, renewal and modified orders and reviews all PPOC's for procedural compliance. Expected to perform additional duties as requested. Qualifications for a Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience Year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.
LPN Hospice Part-time
Hospice Buffalo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! This is a part time position in the Admissions Department. 8am-4pm every Saturday and Sunday. Holiday rotation. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator handles the day to day coordination of the team clinical functions, assists in implementing the patient plan of care with staff, volunteers, and outside agencies. Communicates as a liaison between staff, patients, and outside agencies. Assists with maintaining records. May involve direct patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN Coordinator): Assists in coordination and implementation of the patient plan of care. Handles phone calls from the patient, primary care giver, or designee regarding any questions or concerns. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary teams, RNs, or Team Manager. Coordinates and schedules patient visits. Provide timely documentation/data entry per Hospice time frames and deadlines. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate team professionals. Assists the team and Team Manager with other administrative functions, as necessary. Qualifications for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing with current LPN licensure in the State of New York. Experience 1 year of nursing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
$41 - $42 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Community Admissions RN. FT 8a-4p or (4) 10 hour shifts. (1) weekend every (4) weeks. A Community Admissions Registered Nurse is responsible for presentation of Hospice services to clients who have been referred for all levels of care (general inpatient, home care, and nursing home). Facilitates and completes the admission process after reviewing patient/family goals of care and identifying the appropriate level of care. Initiates individual professional IDT plan of care. Collaborates with the IDT, physician, and facility staff to determine start of care orders. Provides in-services for hospital staff and the community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Community Admissions Registered Nurse: An Admissions Registered Nurses presentation of hospice services to patients and families is individualized, sensitive to patient and family's fears, needs and goals, demonstrates a knowledge of guidelines for hospice eligibility and related HPCB programs, and appropriately identifies the level of hospice care. Demonstrates ability to perform assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings appropriately in the EMR. Performs pain assessments using, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing; optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. Able to articulate clinical course/disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Initiates the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, diuretics. Organizes consistently to meet productivity standards, incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and completes documentation requirements within time parameters. Executes patient/family/caregiver teaching in all situations. Displays an ability to establish relationships and maintain/collaborate positive rapport with other access and hospice clinical staff and hospice support staff, hospital staff, and the medical community. Participates in the weekend, holiday schedule. Qualifications for a Community Admissions Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Registered Nurse licensure in NY Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experi ence 2 years of nursing practice as a professional Registered Nurse is preferred.
LPN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! This position is for Home Connections. Home Connections (Palliative Care), is an affiliate of Hospice & Palliative Care Buffalo, which serves patients through home visits and works in partnership with the patient's physicians to coordinate care and help navigate the complexities of today's healthcare system. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator. 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator handles the day to day coordination of the team clinical functions, assists in implementing the patient plan of care with staff, volunteers, and outside agencies. Communicates as a liaison between staff, patients, and outside agencies. Assists with maintaining records. May involve direct patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator: Assists in coordination and implementation of the patient plan of care. Handles phone calls from the patient, primary care giver, or designee regarding any questions or concerns. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary teams, RNs, or Team Manager. Coordinates and schedules patient visits. Provide timely documentation/data entry per Hospice time frames and deadlines. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate team professionals. Assists the team and Team Manager with other administrative functions, as necessary. Qualifications for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Coordinator: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing with current LPN licensure in the State of New York. Experience 1 year of nursing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$41 - $42 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. Weekends prn. Holiday rotation. An Admissions Liaison Registered Nurse is responsible for presentation of Hospice services to clients who have been referred for all levels of care (general inpatient, home care, and nursing home). Facilitates and completes the admission process after reviewing patient/family goals of care and identifying the appropriate level of care. Initiates individual professional IDT plan of care. Collaborates with the IDT, physician, and facility staff to determine start of care orders. Provides in-services for hospital staff and the community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for an Admissions Liaison Registered Nurse: Presentation of hospice services to patients and families is individualized, sensitive to patient and families fears, needs and goals, demonstrates a knowledge of guidelines for hospice eligibility (LCD, CCMR's) and related CHPC programs, and appropriately identifies the level of hospice care. Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings appropriately in the EMR. Performs pain assessments using, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing; optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. Able to articulate clinical course/disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Initiates the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, diuretics. Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal and personal protective equipment. Displays a cost conscious orientation towards care delivery, providing effective and cost efficient care. Organizes consistently to meet productivity standards, incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and completes documentation requirements within time parameters. Executes patient/family/caregiver teaching in all given situations. Adheres to requirements of both CHPC and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Displays an ability to establish relationships and maintain/collaborate positive rapport with other access and hospice clinical staff and hospice support staff, hospital staff, and the medical community. Demonstrates a bias for action, acts on what is important, is proactive and creative, possess a "can do" attitude, has an ability to work under pressure and keep difficult situations in prospective. Participates in the weekend, holiday schedule. Qualifications for an Admissions Liaison Registered Nurse: Education / Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience 2 years of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$41 - $42 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Community Admissions RN. FT 8a-4p or (4) 10 hour shifts. (1) weekend every (4) weeks. A Community Admissions Registered Nurse is responsible for presentation of Hospice services to clients who have been referred for all levels of care (general inpatient, home care, and nursing home). Facilitates and completes the admission process after reviewing patient/family goals of care and identifying the appropriate level of care. Initiates individual professional IDT plan of care. Collaborates with the IDT, physician, and facility staff to determine start of care orders. Provides in-services for hospital staff and the community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Community Admissions Registered Nurse: An Admissions Registered Nurses presentation of hospice services to patients and families is individualized, sensitive to patient and family's fears, needs and goals, demonstrates a knowledge of guidelines for hospice eligibility and related HPCB programs, and appropriately identifies the level of hospice care. Demonstrates ability to perform assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings appropriately in the EMR. Performs pain assessments using, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing; optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. Able to articulate clinical course/disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Initiates the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, diuretics. Organizes consistently to meet productivity standards, incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and completes documentation requirements within time parameters. Executes patient/family/caregiver teaching in all situations. Displays an ability to establish relationships and maintain/collaborate positive rapport with other access and hospice clinical staff and hospice support staff, hospital staff, and the medical community. Participates in the weekend, holiday schedule. Qualifications for a Community Admissions Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Registered Nurse licensure in NY Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experi ence 2 years of nursing practice as a professional Registered Nurse is preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$40 - $41 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! (4) 10- hour shifts, 2pm-12am. No weekends. Holiday rotation. The majority of our patients prefer to receive hospice and palliative care at home to maintain their independence and live their lives to the best of their ability. Symptoms are managed so that the patient can live a full life with the support of family and friends and the comforts of home. An On Call Registered Nurse renders professional nursing services, in accordance with physicians' orders, for individualized patient care and psychosocial/ spiritual interventions for patients/families. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for an On Call Registered Nurse: Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings on all appropriate forms and on the plan of care. Performs pain assessments using Edmonton Scale, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing, assures optimal pain relief using interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the interdisciplinary team; articulates disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, and other neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Modifies the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, and diuretics. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, and documents care using A-I-R protocol to support hospice stay in program and level of care. Elicits no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Adheres to requirements of both CHPC and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative); Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and/or as much as appropriately possible without compromising the quality of care and/or communication. Assures the timely completion and return of all initial, renewal and modified orders and reviews all plans of care for procedural compliance. Able to articulate understanding of the four levels of Hospice care (routine home care, continuous care, Inpatient care, respite care) and initiates appropriately. Provides guidance and support to staff in the planning of patient care, including appropriate risk management interventions. Must be able to make visits in home care and facility- based (SNF, ALF, group home) settings. Adheres to shift-to–shift reporting as directed by the charge nurse. Participates in the weekend, holiday and back-up on-call schedule as applicable to specific position. Qualifications for an On Call Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience One year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$40 - $41 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. Holiday rotation. The majority of our patients prefer to receive hospice and palliative care at home to maintain their independence and live their lives to the best of their ability. Symptoms are managed so that the patient can live a full life with the support of family and friends and the comforts of home. A Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse renders professional nursing services, in accordance with physicians' orders, for individualized patient care and psychosocial/ spiritual interventions for assigned patients/families. Provides nursing care in accordance with Hospice objectives, as well as, policies and procedures of the organization and the State Nurse Practice Act. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse: Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings on all appropriate forms and on the plan of care. Performs pain assessments using Edmonton Scale, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing and assures optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely appropriate interventions. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the interdisciplinary team; articulates disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, and other neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Modifies the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, and diuretics. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, and documents care using A-I-R protocol to support hospice stay in program and level of care. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Adheres to requirements of both CHPC and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative); Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and/or as much as appropriately possible without compromising the quality of care and/or communication. Assures the timely completion and return of all initial, renewal and modified orders and reviews all PPOC's for procedural compliance. Expected to perform additional duties as requested. Qualifications for a Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience Year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.
CNA Home Health Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Home Health Aide (HHA) and/or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$20 / HOUR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Full time, days, Monday- Friday. TRAVELING POSITION. A Certified Nurse Assistant functions in a supportive relationship to professional disciplines and may function as an extension of these professional services with appropriate supervision and guidance assisting in the care of individuals in the long term care and assisted living/developmentally disabled facilities. Under the supervision of the nurse, or other professional personnel, performs personal care procedures, health related tasks, and other homemaking and housekeeping activities to maintain or achieve the patient's optimal level of health. Serves as a mentor to new Aides. A Home Health Aide assists in providing quality patient care by performing assigned duties, health care tasks, and specified patient care activities according to the policies and procedures of Hospice Buffalo, Inc. and under the supervision of a licensed practical nurse and/or registered nurse. Assists in establishing and maintaining good interpersonal relationships with hospice patients, families, health care personnel, and the entire hospice staff and volunteers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Certified Nurse Assistant / Home Health Aide: Assists with appropriate hygiene and grooming inclusive of bathing, hair shampoo, nail & skin care; oral hygiene; toileting/assistance with elimination; taking vital signs, and weights. Assists with health related tasks and personal care procedures. Assists with activities of daily living. Feeding the patient if necessary. Understands adequate nutrition and fluid intake. Demonstrates effective observation and reporting skills. Maintains high level of confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA law and policy. Identifies and reports patient clinical changes and/or body function changes appropriately to RN Case Manager. Demonstrates appropriate hand hygiene; waste disposal; use of Personal Protective Equipment; Bag (supply/tote) technique and knowledge of Standard Precautions, inclusive of basic infection control procedures. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the Interdisciplinary Team including the role of the Certified Nurse Assistant. Documents to agency standards. Displays the ability to establish priorities and organize work and time appropriately. Anticipates problems and modifies plans and procedures to provide solutions. Adheres to requirements of policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Maintains the security of patient records. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints, staff complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e., reportable incidents). Demonstrates ability to communicate with patients and families in a supportive manner that is understandable and culturally appropriate. Maintains a clean, safe environment; provides assistance with safe transfer techniques, positioning and ambulation. Demonstrates normal range of motion. Able to read and record temperature, pulse, and respiration. Recognizes emergencies and is knowledgeable in applying emergency procedures. Is respectful of the patient, his or her privacy, and his or her property. Qualifications for a Certified Nurse Assistant / Home Health Aide: Education/Certification Completion of a NY State approved Certified Nurse Aide training program with CNA Certificate and/or Home Health Care training program with a Home Health Aide Certificate. High school diploma, GED preferred. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care encouraged. Must have current Driver's License, free of any serious violations, and vehicle required for position. Experience One (1) year of experience in a clinical setting and nursing assistant experience preferred.
LPN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! (4) 10- hour shifts, 2pm-12am. No weekends. Holiday rotation. Field LPN with cross training to the office. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for carrying out patient care in accordance with physician's orders under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse in charge and supervision of the Team Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Provides skilled nursing care to patients as directed by the IDG plan of care in accordance with agency policies. This includes personal care, vital signs, and administration of medications, treatments and any other procedures within their professional practice following the policies of the agency. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, using A-I-R protocol. Reinforces patient and family teaching that may include information on the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies under the guidance of registered nurse assigned to the same case. Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by assisting in planning and exchanging information with other health professionals. Assists the physician and registered nurse in performing specialized procedures. Elicit patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e., reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene; waste disposal; use of personal protective equipment. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate health professionals, contributing to the coordination of the total plan of care inclusive of review/revision of the nursing care plan, evaluation of the effectiveness and attainment of patient care outcomes, and discharge planning. Participates in the quality improvement program and documents quality assurance data as required. Participates in weekend, holiday rotation and back up visits as needed. Adheres to requirements of the organizations policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Qualifications for a Licensed Practical Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing with current LPN licensure in the State of New York. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience 1 year of nursing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
LPN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Weekend +1 position. Every Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm plus (1) additional 7.5 hour shift during the week. Field LPN position. A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for carrying out patient care in accordance with physician's orders under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse in charge and supervision of the Team Manager. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Provides skilled nursing care to patients as directed by the IDG plan of care in accordance with agency policies. This includes personal care, vital signs, and administration of medications, treatments and any other procedures within their professional practice following the policies of the agency. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, using A-I-R protocol. Reinforces patient and family teaching that may include information on the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies under the guidance of registered nurse assigned to the same case. Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by assisting in planning and exchanging information with other health professionals. Assists the physician and registered nurse in performing specialized procedures. Elicit patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e., reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene; waste disposal; use of personal protective equipment. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate health professionals, contributing to the coordination of the total plan of care inclusive of review/revision of the nursing care plan, evaluation of the effectiveness and attainment of patient care outcomes, and discharge planning. Participates in the quality improvement program and documents quality assurance data as required. Participates in weekend, holiday rotation and back up visits as needed. Adheres to requirements of the organizations policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Qualifications for a Licensed Practical Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing with current LPN licensure in the State of New York. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience 1 year of nursing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse preferred.
Home Health Aide Home Health Hospice Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN) Manager- HHA Team

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$48 - $49 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Days. Weekends and holidays occasional calls. On call for call ins only. The Registered Nurse (RN) Manager- HHA Team is responsible for clinical and administrative oversight of the hospice Home Health Aide Team. Responsible for ensuring the HHA team provides quality care to patients in all settings and maintains compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements as they relate to aide service offering and the Home Health Aide Training program. Provides float backup coverage for the community-based team managers when needed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for the Registered Nurse (RN) Manager- HHA Team: Develops policies & procedures that assure compliance with State and federal regulations, local statutes and other standards. Provides management oversight and support for the HHAs and HHA team schedulers. Assists in the development of recruitment and retention strategies with responsibility for recruiting, hiring and terminating of team personnel when necessary. Assures compliance with the aide training programs and monthly in-services to assure the availability of qualified staff. Assures that the CHRC, Home Care Registry and HPN are kept up to date and in compliance with DOH requirements. Serves as a clinical educator for the HHATP once approved by the NYS Department of Health. Responsible for supervision of HHA team staff, completion of field visits, EMR documentation and coaching and mentoring as appropriate. Responsible for HHA care plan reviews and updates with backup from the community-based team managers. Responsible for completion of all placement and sub-aide placement supervisions including the documentation of the supervision to maintain compliance with DOH regulations. Participates in agency wide continuous quality improvement program, presenting team data at QAPI meetings. Assists the CCOO in the development of the Annual Budget and the analysis of variances. Provides on call availability to staff for purposes of scheduling. Uses leadership position to set positive attainable expectations, objectives and goals for staff. Assures staff development through goal setting and facilitating education through performance reviews. Resolves problems expediently, implementing a customer service approach. Qualifications for Registered Nurse (RN) Manager-HHA Team: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. BSN preferred Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty. Experience Minimum of three 1-2 years of experience as a manager or supervisor in a healthcare environment preferred. Experience in Hospice & Palliative Care preferred
RN Hospice Manager/Supervisor Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN) Manager

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onCheektowaga, NY
$46 - $47 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Full time, 8am-4pm. Holiday and On Call rotation. Home Connections Mission is to help ease patients through the course of serious illness, regardless of changes in diagnosis, medical treatment or location. Home Connections (Palliative Care) is an affiliate of Hospice & Palliative Care Buffalo, which serves patients through home visits and works in partnership with the patient's physicians to coordinate care and help navigate the complexities of today's healthcare system. A Register Nurse (RN) Manager for Home Connections is responsible for the daily supervision of palliative care services provided to patients in the Home Connections community-based adult palliative care program. Manages and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team and is responsible for the clinical oversight and overall supervision of staff on the interdisciplinary team. In collaboration with the VP of Palliative Care, assists with program development and outreach strategies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Register Nurse (RN) Manager for Home Connections: Provides oversight and direction for the clinical staff and office support staff in the delivery of palliative care services. Coordinates palliative care interventions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and the patient's primary physician and medical team consistent with program goals, verifiable through outcome measures such as Patient Satisfaction Survey, Utilization Measures, and Clinical Outcomes. Handles recruiting, hiring, evaluating, and terminating personnel and making staffing pattern recommendations to assure adequate, appropriate, and clinically competent staffing levels are maintained. Prepares staffing schedules as appropriate and anticipates staffing profile needs proactively. Assures 24/7 nurse on-call availability for both phone and direct patient contact. Collaborates with the Director of Palliative Care, CCOO, and Director of Quality Improvement in the implementation of Home Connections program performance improvement projects to improve program services and patient/physician satisfaction with services. Uses leadership position to set positive, attainable expectations, objectives, and goals for staff development. Provides guidance and support to staff, in the planning of care management services to ensure that services provided meet the needs of diverse patient populations and problems that arise, including appropriate risk management interventions. Facilitates and documents a collaborative, efficient and effective IDG Team meeting that is focused on both patient-family goals of care and optimal management of the palliative needs of the patient and family. Participates in case conference meetings with payers and other community partners in care. Assures timely documentation of all patient visits and contacts including timely updates to the primary physician through sharing of visits notes and appropriate documentation. Meets quality improvement standards relative to chart audits to assure proper documentation of services provided. Adheres to HIPAA regulations and policies. Assures the security of patient electronic/written records. Elicits no founded patient/family complaints or any preventable or unusual occurrences. Adheres to requirements of HPCB policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative). Maintains an appropriate schedule of supervisory field visits and assures that staff adheres to yearly Department of Health (DOH) mandatory requirements. Plans and participates in the orientation, mentorship, and staff development needs of personnel to assure that program personnel are current in clinical information and practices. Shares in the manager on call rotation and responds to clinical on-call needs with appropriate interventions and staff guidance. Occasionally called on to perform patient visits, independently or jointly with other IDG members. Qualifications for a Register Nurse (RN) Manager for Home Connections: Education Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. BSN preferred. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing (CHPN) encouraged within 1-2 years of employment. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience required. Hospice and/or palliative care experience preferred. Experience in homecare or community-based services helpful.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$41 - $42 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! Community Admissions RN. FT 8a-4p or (4) 10 hour shifts. (1) weekend every (4) weeks. A Community Admissions Registered Nurse is responsible for presentation of Hospice services to clients who have been referred for all levels of care (general inpatient, home care, and nursing home). Facilitates and completes the admission process after reviewing patient/family goals of care and identifying the appropriate level of care. Initiates individual professional IDT plan of care. Collaborates with the IDT, physician, and facility staff to determine start of care orders. Provides in-services for hospital staff and the community. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Community Admissions Registered Nurse: An Admissions Registered Nurses presentation of hospice services to patients and families is individualized, sensitive to patient and family's fears, needs and goals, demonstrates a knowledge of guidelines for hospice eligibility and related HPCB programs, and appropriately identifies the level of hospice care. Demonstrates ability to perform assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings appropriately in the EMR. Performs pain assessments using, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing; optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. Able to articulate clinical course/disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Initiates the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, diuretics. Organizes consistently to meet productivity standards, incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and completes documentation requirements within time parameters. Executes patient/family/caregiver teaching in all situations. Displays an ability to establish relationships and maintain/collaborate positive rapport with other access and hospice clinical staff and hospice support staff, hospital staff, and the medical community. Participates in the weekend, holiday schedule. Qualifications for a Community Admissions Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Registered Nurse licensure in NY Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experi ence 2 years of nursing practice as a professional Registered Nurse is preferred.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

apartment Hospice Buffalo location_onBuffalo, NY
$40 - $41 / YEAR
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. Holiday rotation. The majority of our patients prefer to receive hospice and palliative care at home to maintain their independence and live their lives to the best of their ability. Symptoms are managed so that the patient can live a full life with the support of family and friends and the comforts of home. A Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse renders professional nursing services, in accordance with physicians' orders, for individualized patient care and psychosocial/ spiritual interventions for assigned patients/families. Provides nursing care in accordance with Hospice objectives, as well as, policies and procedures of the organization and the State Nurse Practice Act. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse: Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings on all appropriate forms and on the plan of care. Performs pain assessments using Edmonton Scale, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing and assures optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely appropriate interventions. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the interdisciplinary team; articulates disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, and other neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Modifies the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, and diuretics. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, and documents care using A-I-R protocol to support hospice stay in program and level of care. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Adheres to requirements of both CHPC and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative); Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and/or as much as appropriately possible without compromising the quality of care and/or communication. Assures the timely completion and return of all initial, renewal and modified orders and reviews all PPOC's for procedural compliance. Expected to perform additional duties as requested. Qualifications for a Hospice Home Care Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience Year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.