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Job description
Department
34141 WI Hospice Divisional - Nursing: SCT (Supportive Care Team)
Status
Full time
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Hours Per Week
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information
Monday-Friday
2 holiday per year, excluding holidays that fall on Sat/Sun.
Territory includes but not limited to: Oshkosh, Green Bay, Sheboygan, Manitowoc and in between.
Pay Range
$35.50 - $53.25
Major Responsibilities
Incorporate responsibility, accountability, critical thinking, and sound clinical decision-making into daily nursing practice.
Provide comprehensive nursing assessment, triage, and intervention for hospice patients during after-hours shifts.
Respond to patient and caregiver calls to assess symptoms, provide education, and determine appropriate interventions consistent with hospice goals of care.
Conduct in-person visits as clinically indicated to manage acute symptom changes, provide crisis support, and ensure patient comfort and safety.
Manage complex end-of-life symptoms, including pain, dyspnea, agitation, anxiety, nausea, and terminal secretions.
Initiate and carry out physician orders and standing hospice protocols within scope of practice.
Provide emotional support, anticipatory guidance, and education to patients and caregivers, including support for decisions to question, refuse, or terminate treatment.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to communicate changes in patient condition and coordinate care.
Document all patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and communications accurately and timely in the electronic medical record, including clear handoff communication to ensure continuity of care.
Adhere to hospice policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and professional nursing standards, including participation in required education, quality improvement, and safety initiatives.
Education
Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program
Certification / Registration / License
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
Valid driver’s license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – American Heart Association
Work Experience
Typically one (1) year of nursing experience in any clinical setting
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Demonstrated understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care principles
Ability to manage urgent and complex clinical situations independently
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including calm and compassionate guidance during crisis situations
Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with electronic medical records, computers, and telephone systems
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Ability to travel to patient homes and community care settings as required
Ability to work in a variety of home and community environments
Capacity to promptly address patient needs in a fast-paced environment
Work involves walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling
Must be able to lift and support up to 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies
Preferred Job Requirements
Education
Not specified
Experience
One (1) year of Hospice RN experience
Experience in hospice, palliative care, oncology, ICU, emergency department, or home health
Experience providing autonomous nursing care in home or community-based settings
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Strong assessment, critical thinking, and independent clinical decision-making skills
Advanced communication skills for patient and caregiver education and support
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this role. Employees are required to follow all job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as assigned by leadership.
Our Commitment To You
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and or t
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits And More
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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Worksite address
green bay, WI, 54311, US
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