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Kansas City, Metro, and surrounding area(s).
We are locally owned and operated and believe in a culture of work/life balance. We will provide you with mileage reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays off, company iPhone and iPad, a Friday to Monday work schedule, minimal on-call requirements, and reimbursement for CEU, continuing education, and licensure. You can also get a discount at Rasmussen College to further your education!
Ratio:
- 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
Essential Functions:
- Completes an initial/comprehensive assessment of the patient/family to determine hospice needs which includes a history of current and previous illness(es), as well as a physical assessment of the patient, with emphasis on the management of pain and other symptoms.
- Completes ongoing assessments of the patient’s physical status and the psychosocial status of the patient/family.
- Initiates and develops a plan of care in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), the patient/family, and the attending physician.
- Makes necessary revisions to the IDG plan of care as the patient’s/family’s status and needs change.
- Primarily responsible for the coordination of care among IDG members and other healthcare providers external to the IDG, to ensure the continuous assessment of the patient/family needs, as well as the implementation of the IDG plan of care to guide the delivery of services and achieve the goals of hospice care.
Minimum Requirements:
- Licensed to practice as an RN in the state MO and KS or have a compact license or willing to obtain within 60 days of hire. The license must be active and in good standing.
- Twelve (12) months of accumulated experience as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years or, if no experience within the last five (5) years, evidence of current (within the last 12 months) clinical knowledge as deemed appropriate by the DHCS.
- Two (2) years of nursing experience preferred.
- Able to provide proof of valid driver’s license.
- Able to provide proof of valid auto liability insurance.
- Must have a passion for Hospice.
- Must have current CPR certification.
Why Work for Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare Staffing is the nation’s first healthcare staffing company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of LPNs who have discovered the balance and fulfillment that healthcare staffing brings.
Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Schedule:
- Full-time
- Friday to Monday
Work setting: Hospice
COVID-19 considerations:
PPE is provided
Vaccine required or vaccine process as mandated by CMS
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 year (Preferred)
- Case management: 2 year (Preferred)
License/Certification: RN (Preferred)
Willingness to travel: 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
