About this opportunity
Hunterdon Health lists this Hospice RN Per Diem opportunity in flemington, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Hospice Admin & General
HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc., 215 NJ Route 31, Flemington, NJ
Per Diem
varies, All Shifts
Hiring Range: $58.00 Hourly
Req # 79748
Position Summary
Provides continuity of hospice care to Hunterdon Hospice patients and families through the application of the nursing process using evidence based practice focusing on excellent outcomes and patient experience to maintain and maximize the comfort of both patient and family. Ensures quality and continuity of care in the absence of the primary nurse.
Primary Position Responsibilities
Ensures continuity of nursing care under medical direction in accordance with recognized standards of care, hospice philosophy and established policies of Hunterdon Hospice. This may take place during the hours the office of Hunterdon Hospice is closed
Assesses problems and promotes resolution of emergency situations when the office of Hunterdon Hospice is closed
Admits patients to Hunterdon Hospice services and hands off to primary nurse
Actively participates in Hunterdon Hospice Quality Improvement
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Required:
All hires after July 2012 are required to have a Bachelor's Degree in nursing OR if Associates Degree or Diploma, RN must provide proof of enrollment in a BSN program prior to hire, be continuously enrolled and complete within 5 years of hire date or internal RN promotion date.
Associates Degree AND 2 years of experience in the specialty area will be accepted in lieu of BSN.
Preferred:
None
Required:
Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
Two years experience in medical/surgical, oncology, hospice, palliative or community health nursing
Required:
License, Registry or Certification
New Jersey License as Professional Registered Nurse
Preferred:
Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing (CHPN)
Required:
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational skills, strong assessment skills
Preferred:
General computer experience, IV certification / experience, knowledge of palliative and hospice care, knowledge of hospice conditions of participation and federal regulation
Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).
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Worksite address
flemington, NJ, 08822, US
Who can apply
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