Nursing Jobs in Fair Haven, NJ
$118,942 - $152,717 / year
Overview Coordinates and provides high quality multidisciplinary health services for patients in the Hospice Care Program consistent with Agency philosophy, policy, goals and objectives, and Standards of Nursing Practice. Works under moderate supervision. SCHEDULE: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 2:00pm-2:00am • Assesses the physical, social and psychological needs and living conditions of the patient through professional knowledge and skills of observation, interviewing and physical examination. • Travels to patients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the patient. • Implements care plan and revisions by ongoing assessment, planning, coordination, counseling, teaching and supervision. Works collaboratively and consults with appropriate multidisciplinary health team members (i.e., physician, OT, PT, SW, SLP, family members). • Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and supplies using VNS Health designated/supplied carrying case weighing approximately 25 – 30 lbs. to and from patient homes and care facilities. • Provides nursing care in accordance with Agency policies, practices, procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice. This may require standing, stooping, sitting, crouching, bending and stretching to deliver patient care. • Documents content and process of all services provided in accordance with government regulations and requirements, Agency policies, practices, and procedures. • Assists patients with activities of daily living, which may require positioning, moving, transferring and lifting patients of varying weights and physical conditions, with and without assistance and as appropriate, from family members and/or paraprofessionals. • Monitors the effect of the care plan on patient and family health status and informs physician and other team members of changes in the client's needs. • Consults with and educates the client and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques and prevention strategies. • Appraises care provided and revises the goals and approaches to patient care, as needed. • Initiates and maintains written (including clinical and progress notes) and verbal communications with team members and management to assure optimal patient care. • Performs established work procedures in relation to Program workflow. • Understands, interprets and implements the Agency standard reimbursement policy and determines the billing source for patient care. Consults with management on complex and unique reimbursement cases. • Manages all aspects of a caseload, as assigned. • Maintains productivity sufficient to meet Agency goals. • Participates in the orientation of selected staff through ‘buddy system’ field observation of staff and feedback to appropriate staff involved in orientation process. • Participates in selected student programs by providing guidance, training and mentoring to students. • Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth through attendance at in-services, training, continued formal education and select journal readership. • 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 Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing with at least one year of experience as a full-time staff nurse in a medical-surgical nursing area required OR Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a State-approved diploma program required Work Experience: Prior/current Hospice or emergent care experience required Minimum one year of experience in a medical/surgical environment preferred Pay Range USD $118,942.00 - USD $152,717.00 /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. 
$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 throughout the first year of work 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. 
