Afterhours Palliative Care RN – Advanced Illness Management Position Available In Hendry, Florida

Job Description:

Our Company:

Illumia Health is a fast-growing part of Gentiva, an industryleader in hospice and palliative care. Our clinical teams serve asan extension of physicians’ care, partnering with them and otherspecialists to offer advanced illness management, a specializedform of high-touch palliative care designed to provide relief fromthe symptoms and stress of illness while improving quality of lifewherever our patients call home. This flexible, collaborativeapproach is provided alongside curative treatments as an extralayer of physical, emotional, and social support. As a close-knitteam bringing compassionate expertise to the unique journey ofevery patient, we proudly celebrate each other’s successes in aninclusive atmosphere of generous support and rewarding careergrowth.

Overview:

Join us to make a difference when life matters most We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personaland life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care,palliative care and hospice to give people the care they need withdignity, grace, and love. The Afterhours RN in our Advanced Illness Management (AIM) programwill report directly to the Director of AIM. Responsible foridentifying and coordinating patient/family needs and for providingpreventive and supportive care to the palliative patients andfamily. Utilizes assessment, intervention, and teaching skills tomaximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life.

Assumes afterhours coverage for the designated teams and functionsas an interdisciplinary advanced illness management and support,along with telephonic, video, and in person interventionsafterhours. As a Registered Nurse / RN, you will: Be able to triage patient needs over the phone until a nursecan provide an in-person visit Respond appropriately and with urgency to crisis calls frompatients and families after hours Make the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibilityfor palliative serves, as part of a patient visit, within 48 hoursof referral Identify the patient/family’s physical, psychosocial,emotional, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed Collaborate with the patient/family, attending physician andother members of IDG in providing patient and family care Timely document the problems, appropriate goals, interventions,and patient/family response to palliative care Maintain accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding thepatient’s condition Be responsible to effectively communicate with members of theAIM team, clinical supervisor, and the patient’s PCP, if any,regarding changes in patient status and/or patient needs occurringduring afterhours call Report patient condition and any identified needs/issues tosupervisor, nurse practitioner, or PCP Assist in overseeing the utilization of medications, DME andsupplies related to the plan of care in a manner consistent withthe needs of the patent, physician orders, and the performancegoals of the AIM agency

About You:

Registered Nurse /

RNRequirements:

Education:

Associates/Bachelor’s degree

Nursing Experience:

2 years of prior skilled Registered Nurse experience Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care Nursing experience in palliative care, oncology, hospice, orgeriatric care preferred Additional, preferred experience to help you be successful in ahospice role: hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER oremergency room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric,admissions, wound care, telemetry or travel nursing Licenses, Certifications and/or

Registration:

Active and unrestrictive RN license to practice in the statewithout any board action

CPR Certification Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids:

Fluent competence in computer programs Microsoft Outlook,Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel Fluent in electronic medical record documentation

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

Prior clinical experience Strong compassionate phone skills Strives for independence and sound critical decision-makingregarding the delivery of patient care Competent to perform afterhours in person visits Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients/families whoare facing advanced illnesses Excellent written and verbal communication Always maintains patient confidentiality Good problem-solving skills Good time management skills

We Offer:

As a Registered Nurse /RN, you will be eligible for: Competitive Pay Medical, Dental, Vision Plans Wellness Program and Resources including: A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized caremanagement support of all your healthcare needs Telemedicine Program Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services viaNimble Orthopedics Generous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paidholidays Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions) 401(k) with company matching contributions Career growth opportunities available at both the branch andcorporate levels One on One Onboarding Program Free Continuing Education Units Tuition Program that includes: Access to 280+ program at 25+ learning partners Programs at every education level from ASN to BSN or BSN toMSN Online classes with flexible start dates Tuition reimbursement Company paid life and long-term disability insurance Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident insurance,and pet insurance Local and national award programs Referral bonus program Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times ofneed

Legalese:

This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible forbenefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specificrequirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location:

Illumia