RN - Hospice - Travel - Owosso, MI - - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-29 at TravelNurseSource
Owosso, MI 48867
About the Job
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Hospice RN in Owosso, Michigan, 48867!
About The Position
**Job Title:** Registered Nurse (RN) **Job Specialty:** Hospice **Job Duration:** Permanent **Shift:** 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM **Guaranteed Hours:** Not specified **Experience:** 2 years of RN experience required; Hospice experience strongly preferred **License:** RN license from Michigan required **Certifications:** BLS Certification required **Must-Have:** Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license **Job Description:** - Work under the supervision of the unit's Supervisor/Manager/Director, responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. - Direct and guide patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing and policies. - Assess the physical, psychological, and social dimensions and educational needs of the patient on admission; complete a written assessment within the designated time frame. - Identify patient needs and formulate a written care plan based on the patient assessment; initiate the care plan within 24 hours of admission. - Implement the plan of care and document its effectiveness in the medical record, revising/ updating the plan as necessary or at least every 24 hours. - Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and their families. - Promote patient independence by establishing care goals, teaching self-care skills, and answering questions. - Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes, and making or recommending adjustments as necessary. - Resolve patient problems and needs using multidisciplinary team strategies. - Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. - Maintain continuity of care among nursing teams and physicians by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing patient needs. - Maintain a cooperative relationship among healthcare teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team problem-solving methods. - Utilize leadership skills through delegation, communication, and evaluation of team members. - Recognize changes in the status of the patient and provide appropriate intervention and documentation. - Provide ongoing patient and family education based on daily assessment of disease process, care requirements, and expected recovery. - Prioritize care based on individual patient needs. **Benefits:** - Competitive wages, salaries, and benefit packages, including 401K, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts. - Patient-centered work environment. - Discounts at the hospital café, gift shop, and area businesses. - Employee recognition programs. - Tuition reimbursement. - High levels of employee, leadership, and physician engagement.
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Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding
5 Benefits of Travel NursingAdapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences, advice, and support through online forums and social media groups, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams. Travel nursing allows you to explore different nursing specialties. You can try various areas of healthcare, helping you identify your preferred niche or specialty.
About The Position
**Job Title:** Registered Nurse (RN) **Job Specialty:** Hospice **Job Duration:** Permanent **Shift:** 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM **Guaranteed Hours:** Not specified **Experience:** 2 years of RN experience required; Hospice experience strongly preferred **License:** RN license from Michigan required **Certifications:** BLS Certification required **Must-Have:** Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license **Job Description:** - Work under the supervision of the unit's Supervisor/Manager/Director, responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. - Direct and guide patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing and policies. - Assess the physical, psychological, and social dimensions and educational needs of the patient on admission; complete a written assessment within the designated time frame. - Identify patient needs and formulate a written care plan based on the patient assessment; initiate the care plan within 24 hours of admission. - Implement the plan of care and document its effectiveness in the medical record, revising/ updating the plan as necessary or at least every 24 hours. - Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and their families. - Promote patient independence by establishing care goals, teaching self-care skills, and answering questions. - Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes, and making or recommending adjustments as necessary. - Resolve patient problems and needs using multidisciplinary team strategies. - Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. - Maintain continuity of care among nursing teams and physicians by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing patient needs. - Maintain a cooperative relationship among healthcare teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, and participating in team problem-solving methods. - Utilize leadership skills through delegation, communication, and evaluation of team members. - Recognize changes in the status of the patient and provide appropriate intervention and documentation. - Provide ongoing patient and family education based on daily assessment of disease process, care requirements, and expected recovery. - Prioritize care based on individual patient needs. **Benefits:** - Competitive wages, salaries, and benefit packages, including 401K, paid time off, and flexible spending accounts. - Patient-centered work environment. - Discounts at the hospital café, gift shop, and area businesses. - Employee recognition programs. - Tuition reimbursement. - High levels of employee, leadership, and physician engagement.
26143097EXPTEMP
Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding
- ACLS - AHA
- BLS - AHA
- Core Competency
- Pharmacology
- Skills Checklist
- Specialty Exam
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