Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care KS Nursing Jobs

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) - Overland Park, KS Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (5k hiring bonus) Ascend Hospice is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) to join our team in Overland Park, KS. As a valued member of our team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients and their families, while also supporting the overall mission of our organization. About the Role: As a Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN), you will be responsible for assisting the Team with On Call/Case Management/Visits to aid in coverage and call outs. Your duties will include, but are not limited to: • Completing an initial assessment of patient and family to determine hospice care needs • Regularly re-evaluates the patients nursing needs • Use assessment data to determine care plan needs • Collaborate with the entire healthcare team, patient and family, to help direct the work of the team to provide care that is continuous and well-coordinated • Counsels the patient and family in meeting end of life needs • Initiates appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures • Communicates with the physician regarding patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition • Supervises the Hospice Aides Requirements: • Associate's Degree in Nursing • Must have a State Certified RN license • 2 years' experience as a professional nurse, hospice experience preferred • Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation • Must be willing to travel • Strong verbal and written communication skills What We Offer: • Competitive Salaries • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off • Mileage Reimbursement • Opportunities to advance and grow your career • And More! Why Join Us: If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. Equal Employment Opportunity: Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV. How to Apply: If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse who is looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply today! #APPLOINURSE 
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) - Topeka, KS Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 PM Sign On Bonus $5000 We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) to join our team at Ascend Hospice in Topeka, KS. As a leading provider of home care excellence, we offer a comprehensive menu of care and services delivered by a team of highly trained and compassionate professionals. About the Role: As a Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) , you will be responsible for assisting the team with on-call, case management, and visits to ensure adequate coverage and call-outs. Your duties will include but are not limited to: • Completing initial assessments of patients and families to determine hospice care needs • Regularly re-evaluating patients' nursing needs • Using assessment data to determine care plan needs • Collaborating with the healthcare team, patient, and family to direct the work of the team to provide continuous and well-coordinated care • Counseling patients and families in meeting end-of-life needs • Initiating appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures • Communicating with physicians regarding patients' needs and reporting any changes in patients' conditions • Supervising Hospice Aides Requirements: • Associate's Degree in Nursing • Must have a State Certified RN license • 2 years' experience as a professional nurse, hospice experience preferred • Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation • Must be willing to travel • Strong verbal and written communication skills What We Offer: • Competitive salaries • Comprehensive healthcare benefits • 401(k) retirement plan • Paid time off • Mileage reimbursement • Opportunities to advance and grow your career • And more! Join Our Team: At Ascend Hospice , we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care to patients and their families, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Apply Now: If you are a dedicated and compassionate RN with a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we invite you to join our team. Apply to become our next Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN) today! #APPLOINURSE 
Now Hiring – RN On Call Nurse Hours: Friday 10a-10p, Sat and Sun 8a-8p The RN-On Call Nurse is responsible for, but not limited to: Assumes responsibility for a patient visit or on call schedule which includes the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating phases of the nursing process Provides hospice nursing care based on systematic assessment docusing on pain control and symptom management Initiates communication with attending physicians, other hospice staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate care and use of resources for the patient/family Maintains regular communication with direct supervisor to review assignments Maintains up to date documentation at point of service so that problems, plans, actions and goals are accurately and clearly stated and charges are reflected as they occur in accordance with agency policy and Medicare regulation Administers medication in accordance with all federal and state laws and the policies of the Hospice along with LTC staff Maintains current patient records and documents in accordance with the policies of Ascend Hospice to ensure that problems, intervention, goals and outcomes are accurately and clearly states and charges are reflected as they occur Assess and collaborates with Medical Director to determine initial and on going eligibility of the hospice patient Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs Can anticipate end stage disease process and related pain and symptom management Regularly re-evaluates patient's nursing needs Uses assessment data to determine care plan needs Initiates appropriate preventive and palliative nursing procedures Counsels the patient and family in meeting end of life needs Performs a comprehensive death note when appropriate Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition Communicates with other members of the IDT to coordinate the care plan Participates in On-call duties as defined by the on-call policy Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are needed Ascend Hospice - is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees. We are proud to Offer: Competitive Salaries • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off • Mileage Reimbursement • Opportunities to advance and grow your career • And More! If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing Professional Experience: Must have a State Certified RN license Experience in either Hospice or home health care, REQUIRED Must have excellent documentation skills and the ability to work independently. Strong communication skills. Valid driver's license & reliable transportation. Must be available to travel locally within assigned territory. Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice! #APPLOINURSE 
Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice! Now Hiring – RN Case Manager – Lawrence, KS Hours: M-F 8:30AM-5PM The RN Case Manager will be responsible for assisting the Team with On Call/Case Management/Visits to aid in coverage and call outs. Job duties can include, but are not limited to: Completing an initial assessment of patient and family to determine hospice care needs Regularly re-evaluates the patients nursing needs Use assessment data to determine care plan needs Collaborate with the entire healthcare team, patient and family, to help direct the work of the team to provide are that is continuous and well-coordinated Counsels the patient and family in meeting end of life needs Initiates appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures Communicates with the physician regarding patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition Supervises the Hospice Aides Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing Professional Experience: Must have a State Certified RN license 2 years' experience as a professional nurse, hospice experience preferred Must have a valid Driver's license and reliable transportation Must be willing to travel Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ascend Hospice - is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees. We are proud to Offer: Competitive Salaries • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off • Mileage Reimbursement • Opportunities to advance and grow your career • And More! If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV #APPLOINURSE 
Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice! Now Hiring - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Overland Park, KS Hours: M-F 08:30AM - 5PM This Certified Nursing Assistant will be responsible for, but not limited to: Provides or assists in ADL activities; personal hygiene, grooming, mouth, skin care and nails. Provides assistance in toileting; positioning and transfer activities, frequent turning and positioning of a bed bound resident/patient. Assists with the prescribed exercise and ROM activities which the resident/patient and Hospice aide have been taught by the Hospice Nurse. Assists with light housekeeping of individual's personal unit or room, including changing of bed linen, if needed and patient laundry. Feeds and assists with meals. Obtains temperature, pulse and respirations as supervised by the Hospice Nurse. Reports any changes in resident's/patient's condition to the Hospice Nurse and, if in a facility, to the facility nurse and documents the information on the Home Health Aide Certification of House form, including the date and time of the report and the person receiving the information. Assists or reminds the patient to take medication, in compliance with regulations of appropriate regulatory and accrediting bodies. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Professional Experience: Must have a State Certified CNA license Experience in hospice or home health, preferred No experience necessary but 1 year, preferred Must be willing to travel Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ascend Hospice - is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services. We treat residents, their families and each other with respect, dignity and compassion. Through a collaborative and consultative approach, we strive to provide a framework of strength and stability for our patients, families and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees. We are proud to Offer: Competitive Salaries Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Mileage Reimbursement Opportunities to advance and grow your career And More! If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide. Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV #APPLOIAIDE Browse All Ascend Hospice & Palliative Care KS Jobs →