Registered Nurse - Hospice 7/7

Overview

The 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 ongoing 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.

Position Details

0.8 full‑time equivalent, 7 on / 7 off schedule, night shifts.

Estimated Hiring Range

$111,690.00 - $136,510.00

Bonus Target

Bonus - SIP Target, 5% Annual

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing nursing evaluations of patients, families, and caregivers and assist in developing and implementing the plan of care.
• Case management (including admissions, initial hospice assessments, routine or focused nursing visits, telephonic triage, night/weekend coverage, and coverage for increased census or staffing shortages).
• Coordinate and monitor all care, keep the physician and other team members from agency and community resources apprised of changes in patient condition, and adjust care as needed to improve quality of life.
• Use clinical assessment skills and best practices to identify and provide effective care for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Actively participate in IDT meetings for development and evaluation of patient plans of care.
• Develop and implement a plan of care for each assigned patient/family/caregiver unit, and evaluate that plan.
• Assist families in determining goals of care and completing Advance Directives and POLST forms as needed.
• Provide dietary counseling as needed.
• Advocate for patients and families, facilitate meetings, and collaborate with IDT during crisis management.
• Provide information regarding psychosocial, spiritual, physical, and financial needs to the IDT.
• Serve as liaison with hospitals, care facilities, and agencies to promote interagency cooperation and facilitate referrals.
• Participate in continuing education and orientation of other team members.
• Collaborate with Housecall Providers program staff to enhance continuity of care.
• Document in electronic medical records accurately, completely, and in compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards.
• Perform duties in compliance with Medicare Condition of Participation.
• Maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA laws.
• Coordinate hospice care in accordance with professional standards of practice.
• Practice within the scope of license and law.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Maintain agreed work schedule and meet deadlines for work completion.
• Function in various care environments (home, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living).
• Serve as an ambassador for CareOregon and Housecall Providers.
• Demonstrate cooperation and teamwork with all staff and community partners.
• Participate in orientation of new employees, volunteers, or students.
• Attend staff and mandatory in‑service meetings.
• Assume responsibility for updating professional skills and ongoing education.
• Be familiar and comfortable with a person‑centered approach to communication, education, and care planning.
• Maintain patient and personal safety regarding occupational health and safety.
• Participate in Quality Assessment – Performance Improvement efforts.

Experience and/or Education

Required

• Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon.
• Minimum two years of RN medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting, and/or a combination of medical/surgical, home health, hospice or long‑term care experience.
• One year of experience in quality process improvement/QAPI may substitute for one year of RN experience.
• CPR certification at hire or within six months.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and vehicle coverage or access to an insured vehicle.

Preferred

• Bachelor of Nursing degree or higher.
• Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care (CHPN).
• Three to five years in hospice triage, case management, admissions, or night/weekend roles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledge

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules.

Skills and Abilities

• Work in an environment with diverse individuals and groups.
• Perform nursing tasks in specialty areas (case management, triage, visits, phone calls).
• General computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records, MS Office, Outlook, and the internet.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Work independently and collaboratively.
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Initiate and use innovative techniques.
• Interact with various departments.
• Work flexible hours as needed.
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures.
• Critical thinking and reading, writing, and mathematics skills.
• Draw conclusions from written or computer‑generated materials.
• Implement recommendations by coordinating people and resources.
• Develop plans, procedures, goals, strategies, or processes.
• Direct activities of others to accomplish a goal.
• Clear verbal articulation.
• Manage stress and grief.
• Learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information to determine appropriate actions.
• Accept direction and feedback.
• Maintain vision, hearing, and speaking for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movements for several hours.
• Lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, and move objects as required.
• Operate a motorized vehicle in all weather conditions.

Working Conditions

Work environment includes indoor office and community settings.

Member/patient facing: telephonic and in‑person.

Hazards may include physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.

Equipment: general office equipment and mobile technology.

Travel: requires travel outside the workplace at least weekly; personal vehicle may be used.

Schedule: may occasionally require more than eight hours per day.

Background Check and Immunization

Employment contingent upon 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.

Total Rewards Program

This includes competitive pay, bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for bonuses and benefits depends on position type and scheduled weekly hours. Eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month on or after their start date. Housecall Providers offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending account, lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, wellness program, discounts, and supplemental benefits. A strong retirement plan with employer contributions is available. Eligible employees accrue PTO and Paid State Sick Time based on hours worked and the primary work state. Paid holidays, volunteer time, jury duty, bereavement leave, and additional leave may be available. Non‑benefits eligible employees receive 401(k) contributions, Paid State Sick Time, wellness and employee assistance program benefits, and other perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Housecall Providers is an equal opportunity employer. The organization selects the best individual for the job based upon job related qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or disability. The organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship on the operation of our organization.