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Hospice Buffalo Cheektowaga, NY

Registered Nurse (RN)

$40 - $51 / 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! 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. Position requires travel in the community. Full-Time 7p-8a (3) 13-hour shifts/week on a rotation. Holiday rotation. 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. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters to agency standards, and documents care to support hospice stay in program and level of care. 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. 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. Performs pain assessments, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing, assures optimal pain relief using interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. 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. Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Elicits no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents) and demonstrates professional engagement in patient care settings as a representative of Hospice Buffalo. 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 per protocol as directed by the charge nurse/manager/director. Participates in a holiday rotation and after-hours shifts as applicable to specific position (evening / weekend/ overnight). 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. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required. Experience One year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.

Hospice Buffalo Cheektowaga, NY

Registered Nurse (RN)

$40 - $51 / 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! 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. Position requires travel in the community. Full-Time (4) 10-hour weekday shifts, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2pm-midnight. No weekends. Holiday rotation. 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. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters to agency standards, and documents care to support hospice stay in program and level of care. 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. 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. Performs pain assessments, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing, assures optimal pain relief using interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. 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. Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Elicits no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents) and demonstrates professional engagement in patient care settings as a representative of Hospice Buffalo. 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 per protocol as directed by the charge nurse/manager/director. Participates in a holiday rotation and after-hours shifts as applicable to specific position (evening / weekend/ overnight). 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. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required. Experience One year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.

Hospice Buffalo Cheektowaga, NY

Registered Nurse (RN)

$40 - $51 / 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! Every Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm + (1) 8-hour shift during the week (8a-4p, 12p-8p or 2p-10p). 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 (RN) 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 (RN): 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. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters to agency standards, and documents care to support hospice stay in program and level of care. 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. 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. Performs pain assessments, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing, assures optimal pain relief using interdisciplinary focus and timely interventions. 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. Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Elicits no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents) and demonstrates professional engagement in patient care settings as a representative of Hospice Buffalo. 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 per protocol as directed by the charge nurse/manager/director. Participates in a holiday rotation and after-hours shifts as applicable to specific position (evening / weekend/ overnight). Qualifications for an On Call Registered Nurse (RN): Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required. Experience One year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.

Clinical Team Manager (RN), Hospice Home Care, Manhattan

VNS Health New York, NY

$98,200 - $130,800 / year

Overview Manages, coordinates, facilitates and supports the members of the interdisciplinary team in provision of hospice care to patient/families of VNS Health Hospice Care Program, including After Hours. Ensures the implementation of clinical/quality improvement initiatives for hospice services in compliance with regulatory requirements. Demonstrates knowledge and commitment to excellence in clinical practice and customer service. Works under general direction. *This role includes a $15K sign-on bonus, payable in two installments during your first year of employment with VNS Health. What We Provide Referral bonus opportunities Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Employer-matched retirement saving funds Personal and financial wellness programs Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities What You Will Do Ensures the use of an interdisciplinary approach to assess the medical, physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient. Ensures that support and direction to patient’s families are provided in accordance with the patient’s Interdisciplinary Plan of Care/Hospice Care mission, objectives, policies and procedures. Participates in Hospice Team meetings, IDG management meetings, and serves on relevant committees for the purposes of information exchange, team collaboration, development of procedures and documentation tools, development of quality and training. Ensures full regulatory compliance with Hospice Conditions of Participation and standards through review, monitoring and audit (ad hoc / regular) of files, processes and procedures. Collaborates with Quality Improvement/Education in the development and implementation of quality improvement and educational activities to ensure professional practice standards are consistently met for each member of the team. Participates in the design, implementation, evaluation and modification of quality initiatives and educational plans. Initiates, coordinates, performs and assists in the analysis of clinical, regulatory and fiscal practice. Assists leadership in achieving Hospice Care goals, objectives, and fiscal targets by providing support with compliance and/or innovation to achieve improvement. Manages the day to day operations of the department, which includes effective caseload or visit management, achievement of productivity and revenue/expenditure targets for Hospice Care. Completes all work assignments, which includes audits, reports and projects. Performs all duties inherent in a managerial role. Ensures effective staff training, evaluates staff performance, provides input for the development of the department budget, and hires, promotes, and terminates staff and recommends salary actions as appropriate. Facilitates and manages the interdisciplinary group for provision of an effective and comprehensive hospice services to patient/families of VNSNY Hospice Program. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required Licensed and currently registered to practice as Nurse Practitioner in New York State and DEA license preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an approved program accredited by the National League of Nursing or Health or Human Services field or the equivalent work experience required Work Experience: Minimum of three years clinical experience in hospice required Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills required Clinical management experience preferred Knowledge of personal computer operations, including MS Office applications preferred Pay Range USD $98,200.00 - USD $130,800.00 /Yr. About Us VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.