Hospice RN - Case Manager - Southcoast Health System, Inc.
Fairhaven, MA 02719
About the Job
Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 6 years in a row!
Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.
Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.
We are searching for a talented RN-Supportive Care-VNA
Hours: Per Diem
Shift: Flexible shifts and hours; 8:00am - 4:30pm as needed
Location: Visiting Nurse Associate - Fairhaven, MA
A career at Southcoast Health offers you:
- A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Generous Earned Time Off Package**
- Employee Wellbeing Program
- 403B Retirement Plan with company match
- Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
- Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities:Under the supervision of the Director, Supportive Care Services or designee and within agency and department policies and procedures, assume responsibility for the primary care of assigned Supportive Care patients and families. Assess, develop, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care to maximize the comfort and health of the Supportive Care patient and family. Responsible for identifying patient/family needs and for providing supportive care in accordance with the attending Physician�s orders, Plan of Care and Supportive Care policies and procedures.Qualifications:
- Graduate of an NLN accredited school of Nursing.
- Current RN licensure in the Commonwealth of MA and RI is required.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing or currently enrolled in a program leading to a B.S.N. is preferred.
- Two years recent hospital, medical/surgical or other relevant nursing experience preferred.
- Hospice & Palliative Care Certification preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of I.V. pump, and central line maintenance preferred.
- Evidence of current CPR certification.
- Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
- Requires proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs.
- Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired
