Part Time Weekend Hospice IPU RN

Job Type

Part-time

Description

At Capstone Hospice, purpose is at the heart of our employee experience, empowering you to make a meaningful impact on patients and families during this most crucial time in their life. We live a simple mission; to bring peace and comfort to those we serve. We have a unique approach to hospice care as we stand out stand out from national hospice providers through deep community involvement, a faith-driven approach and unwavering commitment to personalized, high-touch patient care. We integrate faith-based values into every aspect of patient care, treating dignity, compassion, and emotional support as essential elements of our work.

As the Hospice IPU RN you are a member of our dedicated IPU team that provides hospice oversight to patients in a hospital setting. This position is responsible for facilitating the transition of patients from hospital care to hospice services, ensuring that they receive comprehensive and compassionate end of life care. This role involves coordinating with healthcare providers, patients and families to provide a seamless transition and support throughout the hospice care process.

This position will work on-site within the Emory St. Josephs hospital in the Atlanta/Sandy Springs area working Saturday & Sunday, 9:00am -5:00pm. The RN will manage and oversee the care plan and provide rounds of the patients housed in the hospital.

Hospice IPU RN Key Responsibilities:

Patient Transition Coordination:

• Manage the transition process for patients moving from hospital care to hospice services, ensuring that all aspects of care are addressed.
• Collaborate with hospital staff to identify patients who may benefit from hospice care and initiate referrals.
• Coordinate with hospice and hospital teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
• Manage patients transition after passing to include pronouncement, coordination of the funeral home and assisting family during their period of grief.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the hospital, hospice team, patients and their families.
• Facilitate clear and compassionate communication regarding patient care plans, goals, and hospice services.
• Address any questions or concerns from patients and families about the transition to hospice care.

• Provide support to hospital and hospice staff on best practices for managing end-of-life care and transitions.
• offer emotional and informational support to patients and families throughout the hospice care process.

• Ensure that the transition process complies with regulatory requirements and hospice care standards.
• Monitor patient outcomes and satisfaction to identify areas for improvement in the transition process.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to developing best practices in hospice care.

• Maintain accurate and confidential documentation related to patient transitions and hospice care coordination.
• Stay informed about updates in hospice care regulation and best practices.

• Education: Nursing degree from an accredited nursing program
• License: Current active Georgia nursing license as a registered nurse

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an acute hospital setting
• 1-2 years of hospice experience and/or IPU experience a plus.
• RN hospital experience a plus

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations.
• Managing situations that require compassion and empathy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams and families
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR/EMR).
• Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.

• Fast-paced hospital environment with interaction with hospice services and patient families.
• Must be able to work independently, make judgements based on assessments and plan accordingly.
• Mental requirements: ability to work independently and make judgements based on assessments and act accordingly. Must be flexible and be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Working Conditions: Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and possibly hazardous materials.