Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Litchfield County (VNHLC) manages the School Nursing Program for the Town of Granby in their elementary, intermediate, middle and high schools. We are in need of CT-licensed RN for per diem school nursing (Substitute School Nurse) coverage within the Granby Public Schools. This position offers flexible hours, with both full and partial days. Candidate must hold a current, valid State of Connecticut RN license and current BLS or CPR/AED certification. A Bachelor's Degree and at least one year of experience in pediatrics or school nursing is preferred.
Hospice Registered Nurse- Hospice Registered Nurse in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers Department: Hospice Home Health Office is located at 30 Capital Dr Ste A, West Springfield, Massachusetts Location: On the Road (Ludlow, Belchertown, Wilbraham, Ware, surrounding towns) Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Sign-On Bonus: Up to $3,000 with 1 year of RN experience Make an Impact with Baystate Health Baystate Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Hospice Team. Our Hospice Team provides compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care to patients and their families in the home and community setting, working closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, interdisciplinary care teams, patients, and families to deliver expert symptom management, emotional support, and high-quality care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. The Registered Nurse role offers the opportunity to provide meaningful, holistic care to patients and families during the end-of-life journey while developing specialized skills in hospice nursing, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team, and making a lasting difference in the lives of patients and those who support them. The Registered Nurse Will: Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with advanced illness, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs and develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Monitor and manage symptoms such as pain, dyspnea, nausea, anxiety, and other end-of-life concerns using evidence-based nursing interventions. Administer medications and treatments safely while educating patients, families, and caregivers on medication use, symptom management, and changes in condition. Communicate regularly with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, chaplains, aides, and other members of the hospice care team to coordinate services. Provide education, guidance, and emotional support to patients and families throughout the hospice experience, including preparation for changes associated with end-of-life care. Respond to changes in patient status and provide timely clinical interventions, including coordination of urgent and after-hours hospice needs when appropriate. Accurately document assessments, interventions, patient responses, and care coordination in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and hospice standards. Schedule Details Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Days Hours: 40 Schedule: 8a-4:30p (start and end at home) Weekend Requirement: Every 6th Weekend Benefits That Support You At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include: Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans. Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities. Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities. Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts. Sign-On Bonuses: If applicable, Sign-On bonuses are paid to external hires only and are not applicable to internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after one-year post-separation from Baystate Health Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match. Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees. Additional Benefits: Overtime on weekends About Baystate Health Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice . Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve. Required Skills MA, RN License BLS Certification- American Heart Association Diploma in Nursing Start Your Career at Baystate Health You Belong at Baystate. Education: Associates Degree in Nursing (Required) Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Driver License - OtherOtherOther, Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $37.05 - $42.59 - $50.36 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The hospice aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various tasks as assigned in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for reporting and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. 2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. 3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) 4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. 5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. 6. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned. Hospice Aides may not provide patients with homemade food items or baked goods that they themselves prepared 7. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. 8. Reporting any complaint of pain or other symptoms or changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. 9. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. 10. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. 11. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” 12. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs, emptying waste baskets and other light homemaker tasks. 13. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. 14. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. 15. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. 16. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. 17. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 18. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. 19. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of the Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 20. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation of the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB LIMITATIONS The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant course or equivalent training 2. Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) 3. Current Healthcare Provider CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification ((may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer) 4. Current Food Handlers Permit 5. High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) 6. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. 7. Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. 8. Prior experience in hospice, orderly, acute , rehabilitative, or long term care facility. 1 year previous home health/hospice experience preferred 9. Basic computer skills to document in electronic medical records (EMR) 10. At least 18 years of age. 11. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts is seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice RN Case Manager to join our team! As a key member of our care team, you will provide exceptional hospice care to patients and their families, building relationships and delivering comprehensive services that support their unique needs. Shift is Monday through Friday 8a-4:30p. This is an on-the-road position with mileage reimbursement. Up to $49 an hour with weekly pay. Responsibilities • Plan, organize, and direct hospice care for patients and families in their homes and communities • Conduct initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments to determine patient and family needs • Develop and implement patient care plans, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers • Provide professional nursing care, utilizing elements of the nursing process • Supervise hospice aides and participate in revising patient care plans as necessary • Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure patient continuity of care • Provide education and guidance to patients and families on disease management, wound care, and symptom management • Participate in patient care conferences to review patient progress and make adjustments to care plans Requirements • 1-2 years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting and 1-2 years of recent experience in home care • CPR certification • Active and unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts • Bachelor's degree in Nursing with 1 year of hospice care experience preferred Benefits: Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for Eligible Team Members: Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).
Hospice of Western and Central Massachusetts is looking for a part-time CNA in Franklin County! This is an on-the-road position that requires the candidate to have an insured vehicle and be willing to travel throughout the county. Weekly pay ranges from $22 to $24 an hour! 3 days a week from 8a-4:30p. You perform various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient’s personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations, and documenting observations and care performed. Experience & Education: Must hold an active and unencumbered Certified Nursing Assistant license in this state. Must be comfortable in patients' settings (skilled nursing, hospitals, homes, etc.) Must have at least one year of experience as a CNA. Duties & Responsibilities: Performing personal care needs per plan of care, including bathing, feeding, and dressing. Providing patients and families with a positive communication chain and a friendly and professional environment. Meet the safety needs of the patient using equipment safely and properly. Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned. Taking and recording oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. Providing proper care and observation of the patient’s skin. Assessing and reporting on the patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. Benefits: Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for Eligible Team Members: Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).
Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts is looking for a full-time RN Case Manager! Shift is Monday through Friday 8a-4:30p. This is an on-the-road position with mileage reimbursement. Up to $49 an hour with weekly pay. As an RN Hospice Case Manager, you plan, organize, and direct hospice care. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities. Experience & Education: One (1) to two (2) years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting, and one (1) to two (2) years of recent experience in home care. CPR certification. Must have an active and unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts. Bachelor’s degree, with one (1) year of hospice care experience preferred. Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for supervising hospice aides. Completes an initial, comprehensive, and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: Writing and initiating plan of care Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis, and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Benefits: Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for Eligible Team Members: Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Hospice is looking for a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join the team! Summary: Coordinates and facilitates the provision of high-quality, cost-effective hospice services through efficient triaging and communication. Supports clinical management to ensure appropriate utilization of resources as well as patient safety and satisfaction Schedule: Part-time, 24 hour days (3) 8-hour shifts - 7:30am - 4:00pm Rotating weekends Location: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield MA Job Responsibilities: 1) Demonstrates knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, developmental stages, pharmacology, health promotion and disease prevention and treatment, best practice interventions, Baystate Home Health and Hospice policies and procedures through daily interactions with staff, physicians, and patient/families 2) Receives phone calls and directs triage to ensure that patient's needs are prioritized and met, which may include an unscheduled visit or wellness calls 3) Receives and processes patient referrals, develops electronic medical records and collects necessary documentation to maintain regulatory compliance for a hospice admission; facilitates and complete communication as needed between patients/families, providers, and hospice team members; and provides educational and supportive information to patients and families related to hospice services and admission processes 4 ) Review reports and patient activity to prioritize admissions and routine visits. Work with management and team assistants to ensure efficient use of all staff with manager/clinical support and oversight. 5) Collaborates with finance and billing to ensure accurate payor source information is in electronic medical record 6) Assists in daily reports and communication of patients' needs to after-hours shifts. 7) Enter/edit/and/or process physician orders as appropriate in electronic medical records for updates in medication, equipment, scheduling, and plan of care needs. 8) Completes weekend scheduling in collaboration with clinical manager 9) Completes urgent visits as needed 10) Serves as a role model for effective communication across the organization. Supports clinical managers in visiting staff accountability 11) Coordinates smooth transitions of care for hospice patients between hospitals, homes, facilities, and other hospices. 12) Supports clinical staff with coordination of patient care needs including and not limited to DME, medications, supplies 13) Monitors utilization of resources and reports to the clinical manager 14) Assures accuracy of documentation in EMR including but not limited to visit times, orders, physicians, appropriate attachments, CIS accounts for the General Inpatient program 15 ) Timely communication with contracted vendors for patient services as needed, including enteral feeding, infusion services, etc. 16) Assumes a role in assisting with the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards of care for hospice patients. 17) Assumes accountability for own professional practice within ethical and legal parameters of nursing. 18) Works collaboratively with clinical staff and clinical manager to ensure timely communication within the team, referral sources, and throughout transitions of care 19) All other duties as assigned Minimally Required Experience: 3 years of hospice, home health or similar experience Preferred Experience: Electronic medical records, knowledge of hospice programs Education: GED or HiSET (Required) Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Driver License - OtherOtherOther, Licensed Practical Nurse - National Council of State Boards of NursingNational Council of State Boards of NursingNational Council of State Boards of Nursing Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $29.30 - $33.68 - $39.83 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Location Detail: 60 Hartland St E. Hartford (10630) Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Hospice Registered Nurse. Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client’s home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients’ families. Provides skilled nursing care to hospice clients in their homes or community health settings ensuring the delivery of outcome based, high quality, cost-effective care. · Reviews referrals, and initiates contact with client and family. · Conducts a complete nursing assessment based on referral data, client/family interview, and clinical observation of patient health status. Demonstrates clinical expertise in symptom management and end of life issues. · Develops a plan of care in collaboration with client and all disciplines based on assessment data which documents need for services, appropriate discharge planning, short- and long-term goals, and the utilizations of appropriate resources. Facilitates peaceful death and assures appropriate bereavement follow up through timely documentation of bereavement assessment. Modifies plan of care as conditions change. · Demonstrates understanding of payer information in order to maximize care planning. Utilizes Hospice Levels of care appropriately. · Follows IDT process of approving non-formulary medications, treatments, and DME. · Initiates and maintains a client record utilizing the Agency’s standard for documentation. · Makes follow-up visits to provide skilled care to assess disease progress and evaluates response to treatment so as to promote peaceful death; provides support to client/family utilizing teaching principles to promote and restore health and prevent disease and disability, as possible; coordinates care with providers. Utilizes interdisciplinary team members to support patient/family needs. · Teaches patients and reinforces client/caregiver teaching and education. Prepares/teaches/supports family regarding signs and symptoms of death, as appropriate. · Refers, collaborates, and coordinates all client care services. Consults with physician regarding client needs and plan of care. · Directs LPNs in carrying out the established plan of care. Directs Home Care Aides and supervises plan of care. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Education: Graduate of an Associate’s of diploma program in nursing Experience: One year nursing experience OR one year nursing experience in a specialty Licensure: License to practice in the State of Connecticut Preferred: Education: Graduate of NLN approved BSN program Experience: Medical/surgery or home care experience
