Nursing Jobs in Nicholls, GA

CNA Part-time
Aegis Therapies

CNA - Restorative - PRN

Aegis Therapies Alma, GA
Restorative CNA - Wellness Instructor Working with the Rehab Therapy Team Job Type: As needed Schedule: Weekend coverage needed (Day shifts only) Setting: Rehabilitation Center, Skilled Nursing Facility, Senior Care Wellness Location: Alma, Ga Aegis Therapies , one of the nation’s leading providers of rehabilitation and wellness services, is hiring a Wellness Instructor in Restorative Care to join our supportive team and reap the benefits of some of the best career advantages in the industry. As a CNA/Wellness Instructor for Restorative Care, you will: Report to the Director of Rehabilitation / Therapy and work exclusively with the therapy team to provide knowledge and expertise in delivering appropriate wellness, fitness, and exercise programs. Receive full restorative training provided onsite. No restorative experience necessary , (CNA Certification Required) Assist in the restorative care of patients as directed. Exclusive restorative responsibilities (Ambulation, transfer training, bed mobility, active/passive range of motion, dressing/grooming, splint/prosthesis care) with limited or none of the “less desirable” tasks that often accompany a CNA position. EnerG by Aegis: Created to help us look at health in a new way, EnerG® by Aegis programs focus on the seven dimensions of wellness – a holistic approach designed to help individuals be well wherever they are. EnerG wellness programs take traditional recreational activities to a new level, offering an individualized, results-driven approach to enhance health and happiness. Why Aegis Therapies: Career Growth & Development: We invest in your future with specialized, ongoing training, career advancement opportunities and the strongest clinical support in the industry. Flexibility - Redefining Work-life Balance: We offer you the opportunity to maintain flexibility and a healthy work-life balance, so you never have to choose between your career and the things that make life worth living. Impactful Work: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. Supportive Environment: Collaborate with teams that value your expertise and dedication. Benefits: Support, mentorship, clinical education and unlimited CEUs Flexible schedule, paid time off, plus one paid CEU day Licensure reimbursement Interdisciplinary collaboration for providing the best patient care Medical, dental, vision within 30 days or less National opportunity to transfer while maintaining employment status Multiple settings nationwide: CCRC, SNF, Assisted Living, Outpatient Clinics, Home Health And much more Restorative Care is an essential part of improving lives in skilled nursing facilities. At Aegis Therapies, we take a patient-centered approach to care that ensures you’ll have the opportunity to truly make a difference in people’s lives. If you’re someone who loves working with different people to achieve a common goal, a career in restorative care is for you. Apply today! Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, preferred. Current certification as Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA in state of practice Specialty certification as personal trainer, exercise specialist, fitness instructor, health and fitness specialist or similar area, preferred. Background in exercise and activity training with senior populations, preferred. EEO Statement: Aegis Therapies and its Family of Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For detailed information on your rights, Click Here OR https://aegistherapies.com/equal-opportunity-employer-provider-of-healthcare-services/ .
RN Outpatient Full-time
Fresenius Medical Care

Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

Fresenius Medical Care Alma, GA
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. · Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses. · Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed. · Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. · Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. · Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. · Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. · Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. · Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. · Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. · Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. · Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. · Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. · This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. · The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. · The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. · May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. · Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. · The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. · May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: · Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees. · Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. · Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN. EDUCATION and LICENSURE: · Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. · Current appropriate state licensure. · Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification. · Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: · Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse. · Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred). Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
CNA Home Health Part-time
All Ways Caring HomeCare

Caregiver/Home Health Aide/PCA/CNA

All Ways Caring HomeCare Baxley, GA
$11 - $12 / hour
Our Company All Ways Caring HomeCare Overview Who we are looking for: At Angels Companion/ All Ways Caring HomeCare our Caregivers play a crucial role in providing individualized care that suits the needs of each client in the comfort of their homes. It is our goal to identify individuals who are compassionate, a #DifferenceMaker, and want to feel awesome about their job every day. What you will receive: Great company culture Competitive pay with daily pay options available Tuition reimbursement and campus partnerships Flexible work schedules close to home Referral bonuses Benefits, Supplemental Plans, EAP, and 401K participation Career growth and development opportunities External Job Description What you will do: Responsibilities align with the needs of our clients in assisting with daily activities to include, but not limited to the following: Meal preparation Housekeeping Companionship Personal hygiene care Transportation assistance Other light duties as assigned Qualifications What you will need: If you have what it takes and meet the following criteria, then take the first step and express your interest by applying to join our awesome team today! Qualifications: 1 year of prior caregiver experience necessary. Orientation and training provided. Eighteen years of age or older with valid driver’s license Effective verbal and written communication Capable of working responsibly with confidential information Accountable, reliable, and ability to work independently with good judgement Successful completion of pre-employment background check Physical Requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, however, the physical demands must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job to include, but not limited, to the following: Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms Talk and listen Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision Lift and/or move heavy objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance Ability to type on a computer keyboard Noise may be moderate to loud Temperatures in home-like or office settings may vary About our Line of Business All Ways Caring HomeCare delivers quality, compassionate, and individualized care and support that helps people in need of assistance stay at home – all while maximizing their dignity, privacy, and independence. Whether recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, living with a chronic disability, or dealing with the natural process of aging, services are tailored to meet the individual needs of people of all ages, physical conditions, and cognitive abilities. All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimer’s/dementia care, respite care, and other programs. For more information, please visit www.allwayscaring.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $11.00 - $12.00 / Hour
RN Part-time
All Ways Caring HomeCare

Registered Nurse

All Ways Caring HomeCare Baxley, GA
$30 - $34 / hour
Our Company All Ways Caring HomeCare Overview All Ways Caring Homecare is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect care to clients in the comfort of their home environment. The nurse supervises and directs the efforts of the Caregiver when involved in the client’s plan of care. Based on state regulations, nurses may perform administrative and/or field/clinical responsibilities. External Job Description Provides skilled nursing care/treatment to clients per Physicians Orders and Plan of Care Documents nursing actions of all care given to individuals and informs physicians and family accordingly Administers and monitors medication and management as prescribed by physician Conducts nursing assessment visit as needed Follows policies and procedures according to operation, state and regulatory standards Completes supervisory visits based on compliance and regulations to include review of plan of care, caregiver competency assessment, and completion of required documentation Implements nursing support for individuals in a home setting Works with Director or Nursing/Nurse Supervisor and/or Branch Manager to address the health needs of individuals Participates in staff meetings, in-services and other meetings as needed Ensures compliance with physician’s verbal orders and medical reports Qualifications Degree in Nursing from an accredited school One or more years of nursing experience preferred Current and unrestricted license in the state of the operation CPR professional certification Excellent communication skills with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company Capable of working independently with highly confidential information About our Line of Business All Ways Caring HomeCare delivers quality, compassionate, and individualized care and support that helps people in need of assistance stay at home – all while maximizing their dignity, privacy, and independence. Whether recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, living with a chronic disability, or dealing with the natural process of aging, services are tailored to meet the individual needs of people of all ages, physical conditions, and cognitive abilities. All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimer’s/dementia care, respite care, and other programs. For more information, please visit www.allwayscaring.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Additional Job Information Great company culture Competitive pay with daily pay options available Flexible work schedules Benefits, Supplemental Plans, EAP, and 401K Career growth and development opportunities Opportunities for career/clinical growth and development Retention and referral bonuses Salary Range USD $30.00 - $34.00 / Hour
RN Full-time
CoreCivic

Registered Nurse - FT

CoreCivic Nicholls, GA
$38.22 - $50.22 / hour
$38.22 - $50.22 / hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. At CoreCivic , we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents. Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition. Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders. Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff. Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing. Must possess current licensure in the state of employment. One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
LPN Full-time
CoreCivic

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nights

CoreCivic Nicholls, GA
$24.45 - $34.05 / hour
$24.45 - $34.05 / hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents. Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment. Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures. Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran. Qualifications: Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must be licensed in the state of employment. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
CNA Home Health Part-time
All Ways Caring HomeCare

Caregiver / Home Health Aide / CNA

All Ways Caring HomeCare Douglas, GA
$12 - $14 / hour
Our Company All Ways Caring HomeCare Overview Who we are looking for: At All Ways Caring HomeCare our Caregivers play a crucial role in providing individualized care that suits the needs of each client in the comfort of their homes. It is our goal to identify individuals who are compassionate, a #DifferenceMaker, and want to feel awesome about their job every day. What you will receive: Great company culture Competitive pay with daily pay options available Tuition reimbursement and campus partnerships Flexible work schedules close to home Retention and referral bonuses Benefits, Supplemental Plans, EAP, and 401K participation Career growth and development opportunities External Job Description What you will do: . Responsibilities align with the needs of our clients in assisting with daily activities to include, but not limited to the following: Meal preparation Housekeeping Companionship Personal hygiene care Transportation assistance Other light duties as assigned Qualifications What you will need: If you have what it takes and meet the following criteria, then take the first step and express your interest by applying to join our awesome team today! Qualifications: No prior experience necessary. Orientation and training provided Eighteen years of age or older with valid driver’s license Effective verbal and written communication Capable of working responsibly with confidential information Accountable, reliable, and ability to work independently with good judgement Successful completion of pre-employment background check Physical Requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, however, the physical demands must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job to include, but not limited, to the following: Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms Talk and listen Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision Lift and/or move heavy objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance Ability to type on a computer keyboard Noise may be moderate to loud Temperatures in home-like or office settings may vary About our Line of Business All Ways Caring HomeCare delivers quality, compassionate, and individualized care and support that helps people in need of assistance stay at home – all while maximizing their dignity, privacy, and independence. Whether recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, living with a chronic disability, or dealing with the natural process of aging, services are tailored to meet the individual needs of people of all ages, physical conditions, and cognitive abilities. All Ways Caring HomeCare services include personal care and homemaking programs, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimer’s/dementia care, respite care, and other programs. For more information, please visit www.allwayscaring.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $12.00 - $14.00 / Hour
RN Full-time
St. Joseph's/Candler

RN Care Coordinator

St. Joseph's/Candler Baxley, GA
Position Summary Performs comprehensive in-home nursing assessments of both current and potential patients. Develops, reviews and updates care plans based on patient needs. Responsible to provide clinical support to care coordination team and other assessment nurses as needed. Assist with quality monitoring, regulation compliance, and performance improvement initiatives as needed. Serve as a positive and productive member of a multidisciplinary care coordination team. Education Bachelor's of Science in Nursing - Required Experience 1-2 Years at least one: Geriatric , chronic of adults, Long term care, community health, and home health- Preferred License & Certification Registered Nursing License with State of Practice - Required Core Job Functions Schedules and completes in-home assessments using tools and criteria established and required by the Department of Community Health. Using professional judgment, provide a preliminary determination whether or not an individual meets program requirements. Responsible for completing all required paperwork and data entry regarding the assessments timely and accurately. Understand the importance of patient satisfaction and excellence in customer service and how these affect the patient's experience. Create and review comprehensive care plans based on the assessment findings initially and during annual reassessment to address patient risks/needs and establish goals for the patient. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to identify patient needs. Assist with care coordination to achieving positive outcomes. Provide clinical guidance to the multidisciplinary care management team to achieve successful outcomes. Actively participate in care coordination planning and review with the multidisciplinary team while maintaining positive and productive working relationships. Attend and participate in program specific training and educational opportunities. Maintain program specific knowledge of policies and protocols. Assist with training other staff as needed. Supervise and verify the assessment documentation and information obtained by licensed practical nurses is clinically accurate and complete. Review and certify the level of care placement instrument as needed. Collaborates with the care coordination team on the development of the patient's care plan initially and annually thereafter.
LPN Part-time
CoreCivic

Licensed Practical Nurse PRN

CoreCivic Nicholls, GA
$27.11 - $37.48 / hour
$27.11 - $37.48 / hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (PRN) who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Apply appropriate nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents. Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment. Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures. Control medication, syringes and other medical supplies or equipment and inventory as required by established procedures. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Qualifications: Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must be licensed in the state of employment. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
NP Full-time
MainStreet Family Care

Family Nurse Practitioner

MainStreet Family Care Hazlehurst, GA
Exciting Full-Time Family Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in Hazlehurst, GA! MainStreet Family Care is growing, and we are looking to hire a fast, fun, and friendly Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join our team full time! You will provide patient focused care to help our patients feel better FAST! Boom! Services provided to the public include urgent care, primary medical care, telemedicine, and occupational medicine. The ideal applicant will be able to lead a small team while working in a high volume and fast-paced urgent care environment. This is an incredible opportunity for FNPs early in their career – including BRAND NEW GRADS! (Still haven’t taken boards? That’s okay!) Following our on-site hosted HQ orientation and training, you will have several training shifts with existing providers in one of our clinics. But the support doesn’t end there! From a complimentary pediatric urgent care course to a provider on-call to help you with clinical decision making as you grow into the role, the support we have to help YOU achieve ultimate career success as a provider is unmatched. This is an investment we are making in you because we believe that you can succeed. What else makes this opportunity unlike any other you may be scoping out? Utilize your FULL scope of practice! You are a provider who can handle anything – and due to the nature of urgent care, anything may walk through the door. We do whatever we can within the scope of practice for a patient, no matter the age. You will be able to treat babies, kids, adults, and geriatric patients alike. Few other positions will allow you to exercise the full scope of care your program and RN experience prepared you to practice. This keeps skills sharp and makes you very marketable for future opportunities and growth in your nursing career. You will not regret the investment of time you are making reiterating your learned skills and putting them all together in an urgent care environment. Be the LEADER on your team! Gone are the nursing days relying on a doctor on the floor to sign off on every little thing you do when caring for your patient. YOU are the medical provider in the clinic and able to treat your patients. Nervous about that? Fortunately, we have tons of treatment protocols ready to guide your decision-making of what is best practice for the patient. Your small team of medical assistants are there to support you, but you are also a leader and professional role model for them! Many report that one of the most rewarding parts of this role is being able to grow and inspire medical assistants to further their medical career. Support our RURAL communities! MainStreet clinics service areas that need access to care. We are open 362 days a year because we know people still get sick on the weekends and don’t want to get stuck with a $1,500 ER bill. Since we care for communities with little access, most of our clinics qualify for tuition reimbursement grants or student loan reimbursement grants. This is a grant program funded by the state, and we are happy to support you in this application process to take advantage of these grant programs! This isn’t just a step in your career – it’s a rocket ship build that will give you the launchpad to whatever success you envision for yourself. This is a commitment we are making to YOU for two years, and your two-year investment in yourself and the community will give you returns for years to come. Responsibilities: You and your team will care for every patient who comes through the door within your scope of practice. We do whatever we can for every patient. Some examples of care needed include: Diagnosing and treating cold, flu, strep, COVID, and other upper respiratory issues Minor procedures (toenail removal, foreign object removal, etc.) Suturing Splinting General Orthopedic evaluations/management Review of x-rays (to be over-read by Radiologist, too) General Dermatology General eye problems General EKG interpretations Emergency management skills General GYN expertise Treating children of all ages Occupational medicine Telemedicine Schedule: MainStreet Clinic Hours We are open extended hours, 7-days-a-week: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Work a rotating schedule that includes every other weekend, sample below: Week 1: Monday (ON), Tuesday (ON), Wednesday (OFF), Thursday (OFF), Friday (ON), Saturday (ON) and Sunday (ON). Week 2: Monday (OFF), Tuesday (OFF), Wednesday (ON), Thursday (ON), Friday (OFF), Saturday (OFF) and Sunday (OFF). Qualifications: Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification required MSN, or higher education required (New graduate friendly!) Are you DOT certified or willing to become DOT certified (we cover the cost of the certification)? Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience working in EMR and Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, etc.) preferred Compensation and Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Malpractice insurance Starting bonus Bonus Incentive $750 CME allowance per year UpToDate subscription Paid time off Paid orientation and training 401k eligible after 90 days (about 3 months) Rotating shifts – work just 7 out of 14 days (about 2 weeks) MAINSTREET FAMILY CARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER *Standard pre-employment background checks and drug screens are performed.
RN Hospice Full-time
Affinity Hospice Management LLC

Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager RNCM

Affinity Hospice Management LLC Douglas, GA
Hospice + HCHB Experience Required!! JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. 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). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. 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. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. 11. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and inservice classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. 9. Possesses and maintains CPR certification (may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer)