Housecall Providers
Registered Nurse - Hospice 7/7
Housecall Providers, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Housecall Providers
https://www.housecallproviders.org/
Housecall Providers is a Portland area nonprofit organization and one of the largest providers of medical care exclusively in the home in the Western United States. We are proving every day that in home medical services for homebound and chronically ill patients can improve health outcomes, increase patient comfort, reduce health care costs and increase provider satisfaction. We are a proud part of the CareOregon family of health organizations.
Our Mission
Improving lives by bringing health care home.
Our Vision
To sustainably transform home-based medicine so all homebound adults and those living with serious illness have access to care that improves their quality of life.
Our Values
Compassion and respect, authentic relationships, collaboration, courage, social justice.
Diversity Statement
We embrace the diversity of our employees, patients, and those who care for them. Through awareness and advocacy, we are working to create health equity by recognizing and reducing barriers that affect non-dominant groups within Housecall Providers and our communities at large.
The quadruple aim is real at Housecall Providers
In home medical care for homebound patients is proven to increase patient comfort, improve health outcomes, reduce health care costs and increase provider/care team satisfaction. Housecall Providers has saved Medicare millions of dollars, while providing better care to our patients, ensuring greater patient comfort, improved health outcomes and care team satisfaction. With the population aging, more people are suffering from multiple chronic conditions and degenerative diseases. This trend will continue as roughly 10,000 baby boomers a day enter the Medicare system.
If you receive an offer of employment for this position, it is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, immunization review, and drug screen (including THC/Marijuana). CareOregon is a federal contractor and must comply with all federal laws.
Job Title
Registered Nurse - Hospice 7/7
Exemption Status
Exempt
Department
HCP-Hospice
Manager Title
Hospice Clinical Supervisor
Direct Reports
n/a
Requisition #
24564
Pay & Benefits
Estimated hiring range $109,500 - $133,840 / year, 5% bonus target, full benefits. www.careoregon.org/about-us/careers/benefits
Posting Notes
This is a 4 month - Contingent position that will work 100% in the community and support the Portland Metro area.
Job SummaryThe Hospice RN is responsible for the delivery of professional nursing services to hospice patients as indicated by the plan of care developed by the interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include initial and on-going assessment of patients, developing and revising the plan of care, timely documentation, and communication of assessments, planning and interventions, coordination of care among team members.
Essential Responsibilities
Performs initial and ongoing nursing evaluations of patients/family/caregiver and assists in the development/implementation of the plan of care. Nurses may be responsible for one or more of the following areas:
Case management
Admissions
Initial hospice assessments
Routine or focused nursing visits
Telephonic triage
Night/weekend coverage
Coverage for increased census or staffing shortages
Other duties assigned by the Hospice Leadership
Responsible to coordinate and monitor all care being provided and keeps the physician and other team members from agency and community resources apprised of changes in patient's condition so that adjustments can be made to the plan or care as needed, to improve quality of life.
Uses clinical assessment skills and best practices to identify and provide effective care for patients, families, and caregivers.
Actively participates in IDT meetings for development and evaluation of the patient's plan of care
Develop and implement a plan of care for each assigned patient/family/caregiver unit and evaluation of that plan of care.
May assist patient/family/caregiver in determining of goals of care including completion of Advance Directives and POLST forms as needed.
Provides dietary counseling as needed.
Address advocacy needs for patients/families/and organization.
Facilitates formal and informal meetings with patients/caregivers/family member as needed.
Collaborates with the IDT during crisis management support and consultations with patient/family/caregiver or IDT team.
Provides information regarding the patient/family/caregivers psychosocial, spiritual, physical, and financial needs or difficulties to the IDT team or providers involved in the patient's care.
Serves as liaison with hospitals, care facilities and appropriate agencies to promote interagency cooperation, developing and maintaining communication and facilitating referrals to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care.
May participate in admission and on-call duties as assigned during the evenings and weekends.
Participates in continuing education of self and assists with orientation of other team members.
Collaborates as needed with Housecall Providers program staff to enhance continuity of care.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards per policies and procedures.
Perform duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
Maintain patient/family and staff confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA laws.
Participate in the coordination of the patient's hospice care in accordance with professional standards of practice.
Practice within the scope of license, certification, or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation.
Develop and maintain professional boundaries with all patients/family/caregivers.
Maintain agreed upon work schedule and meet deadlines for completion of work.
Demonstrate the ability to function in a variety of care environments, including home settings, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living environment, etc.
Serve as an ambassador for CareOregon and Housecall Providers at all times.
Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork and maintains collaborative relationships with all levels of staff and community partners.
Participate in orientation of new employees, volunteers or students seeking experience in hospice.
Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings, as required.
Participate in ongoing education and assume responsibility for updating professional skills
Familiar and comfortable with a person-centered approach to communication, education, and care planning.
Maintains patient and personal safety regarding occupational health and safety and participates in safety program, as requested.
Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement efforts to continually assess and improve quality of care, as requested.
Organizational Responsibilities
Perform work in alignment with the organization's mission, vision and values.
Support the organization's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.
Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization's strategic goals.
Adhere to the organization's policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
Perform other duties as needed.
Experience and/or Education
Required
Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon
Minimum of two years of Registered Nurse medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting, and/or a combination of medical/surgical, home health, hospice experience or long-term care experience.
1 year of experience in quality process improvement/QAPI may substitute for 1 year of Registered Nurse experience
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
Preferred
Bachelor of Nursing degree or higher
Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPN)
3-5 years in hospice triage, case management, admissions, night/weekend roles
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredKnowledge
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups
Demonstrates ability to perform nursing related tasks in the area of specialty (e.g., case management, on-call triage management, visits, and/or phone calls in a home care setting
Must have general computer skills and a working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems, MS office, Outlook, and the internet
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to work flexible hours, if needed
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures
The following cognitive or mental requirements are necessary on a daily basis:
Critical thinking
Reading, writing, mathematics
Drawing conclusions from written or computer-generated materials
Implementing recommendations by coordinating people and/or other resources
Developing plans, procedures, goals, strategies, or processes
Directing activities of others to accomplish a goal
Clear verbal articulation
Ability to tolerate and manage stress and grief
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
Ability to see, read, hear, and speak for at least 6 hours/day
Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement clearly for at least 3-6 hours/day
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, bend, and/or pinch small objects for at least 3 hours/day
Ability to operate a motorized vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions
Working Conditions
Work Enviornment(s):
Indoor/Office
Community
Facilities/Security
Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing:
No
Telephonic
In Person
Hazards:
May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.
Equipment:
General office equipment and/or mobile technology
Travel:
Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
Schedule:
This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
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https://www.housecallproviders.org/
Housecall Providers is a Portland area nonprofit organization and one of the largest providers of medical care exclusively in the home in the Western United States. We are proving every day that in home medical services for homebound and chronically ill patients can improve health outcomes, increase patient comfort, reduce health care costs and increase provider satisfaction. We are a proud part of the CareOregon family of health organizations.
Our Mission
Improving lives by bringing health care home.
Our Vision
To sustainably transform home-based medicine so all homebound adults and those living with serious illness have access to care that improves their quality of life.
Our Values
Compassion and respect, authentic relationships, collaboration, courage, social justice.
Diversity Statement
We embrace the diversity of our employees, patients, and those who care for them. Through awareness and advocacy, we are working to create health equity by recognizing and reducing barriers that affect non-dominant groups within Housecall Providers and our communities at large.
The quadruple aim is real at Housecall Providers
In home medical care for homebound patients is proven to increase patient comfort, improve health outcomes, reduce health care costs and increase provider/care team satisfaction. Housecall Providers has saved Medicare millions of dollars, while providing better care to our patients, ensuring greater patient comfort, improved health outcomes and care team satisfaction. With the population aging, more people are suffering from multiple chronic conditions and degenerative diseases. This trend will continue as roughly 10,000 baby boomers a day enter the Medicare system.
If you receive an offer of employment for this position, it is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, immunization review, and drug screen (including THC/Marijuana). CareOregon is a federal contractor and must comply with all federal laws.
Job Title
Registered Nurse - Hospice 7/7
Exemption Status
Exempt
Department
HCP-Hospice
Manager Title
Hospice Clinical Supervisor
Direct Reports
n/a
Requisition #
24564
Pay & Benefits
Estimated hiring range $109,500 - $133,840 / year, 5% bonus target, full benefits. www.careoregon.org/about-us/careers/benefits
Posting Notes
This is a 4 month - Contingent position that will work 100% in the community and support the Portland Metro area.
Job SummaryThe Hospice RN is responsible for the delivery of professional nursing services to hospice patients as indicated by the plan of care developed by the interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include initial and on-going assessment of patients, developing and revising the plan of care, timely documentation, and communication of assessments, planning and interventions, coordination of care among team members.
Essential Responsibilities
Performs initial and ongoing nursing evaluations of patients/family/caregiver and assists in the development/implementation of the plan of care. Nurses may be responsible for one or more of the following areas:
Case management
Admissions
Initial hospice assessments
Routine or focused nursing visits
Telephonic triage
Night/weekend coverage
Coverage for increased census or staffing shortages
Other duties assigned by the Hospice Leadership
Responsible to coordinate and monitor all care being provided and keeps the physician and other team members from agency and community resources apprised of changes in patient's condition so that adjustments can be made to the plan or care as needed, to improve quality of life.
Uses clinical assessment skills and best practices to identify and provide effective care for patients, families, and caregivers.
Actively participates in IDT meetings for development and evaluation of the patient's plan of care
Develop and implement a plan of care for each assigned patient/family/caregiver unit and evaluation of that plan of care.
May assist patient/family/caregiver in determining of goals of care including completion of Advance Directives and POLST forms as needed.
Provides dietary counseling as needed.
Address advocacy needs for patients/families/and organization.
Facilitates formal and informal meetings with patients/caregivers/family member as needed.
Collaborates with the IDT during crisis management support and consultations with patient/family/caregiver or IDT team.
Provides information regarding the patient/family/caregivers psychosocial, spiritual, physical, and financial needs or difficulties to the IDT team or providers involved in the patient's care.
Serves as liaison with hospitals, care facilities and appropriate agencies to promote interagency cooperation, developing and maintaining communication and facilitating referrals to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care.
May participate in admission and on-call duties as assigned during the evenings and weekends.
Participates in continuing education of self and assists with orientation of other team members.
Collaborates as needed with Housecall Providers program staff to enhance continuity of care.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards per policies and procedures.
Perform duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
Maintain patient/family and staff confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA laws.
Participate in the coordination of the patient's hospice care in accordance with professional standards of practice.
Practice within the scope of license, certification, or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation.
Develop and maintain professional boundaries with all patients/family/caregivers.
Maintain agreed upon work schedule and meet deadlines for completion of work.
Demonstrate the ability to function in a variety of care environments, including home settings, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living environment, etc.
Serve as an ambassador for CareOregon and Housecall Providers at all times.
Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork and maintains collaborative relationships with all levels of staff and community partners.
Participate in orientation of new employees, volunteers or students seeking experience in hospice.
Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings, as required.
Participate in ongoing education and assume responsibility for updating professional skills
Familiar and comfortable with a person-centered approach to communication, education, and care planning.
Maintains patient and personal safety regarding occupational health and safety and participates in safety program, as requested.
Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement efforts to continually assess and improve quality of care, as requested.
Organizational Responsibilities
Perform work in alignment with the organization's mission, vision and values.
Support the organization's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.
Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization's strategic goals.
Adhere to the organization's policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
Perform other duties as needed.
Experience and/or Education
Required
Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon
Minimum of two years of Registered Nurse medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting, and/or a combination of medical/surgical, home health, hospice experience or long-term care experience.
1 year of experience in quality process improvement/QAPI may substitute for 1 year of Registered Nurse experience
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
Preferred
Bachelor of Nursing degree or higher
Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPN)
3-5 years in hospice triage, case management, admissions, night/weekend roles
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequiredKnowledge
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
Skills and Abilities
Ability to work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups
Demonstrates ability to perform nursing related tasks in the area of specialty (e.g., case management, on-call triage management, visits, and/or phone calls in a home care setting
Must have general computer skills and a working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems, MS office, Outlook, and the internet
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to work flexible hours, if needed
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures
The following cognitive or mental requirements are necessary on a daily basis:
Critical thinking
Reading, writing, mathematics
Drawing conclusions from written or computer-generated materials
Implementing recommendations by coordinating people and/or other resources
Developing plans, procedures, goals, strategies, or processes
Directing activities of others to accomplish a goal
Clear verbal articulation
Ability to tolerate and manage stress and grief
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
Ability to see, read, hear, and speak for at least 6 hours/day
Ability to stand, walk, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement clearly for at least 3-6 hours/day
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, bend, and/or pinch small objects for at least 3 hours/day
Ability to operate a motorized vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions
Working Conditions
Work Enviornment(s):
Indoor/Office
Community
Facilities/Security
Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing:
No
Telephonic
In Person
Hazards:
May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.
Equipment:
General office equipment and/or mobile technology
Travel:
Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
Schedule:
This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
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