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SalaryPay: $32.68 - $39.87 an hour \*NEW COMPETITIVE WAGES
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Home of The Pickering House is seeking a dedicated RN for our Home Care hospice program and Inpatient Care Unit (IPU). Our RNs develop the hospice patients' goals and ensure daily care needs are met.
We believe in a professional team approach. FAIRHOPE RNs work alongside an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, aides and volunteers. RNs serve a pivotal role in providing compassionate, quality care promoting the hospice and palliative care philosophy.
- Schedule - 12-hr. shift; 36 hrs./wk. (typically 8p-8a, various days and every other weekend)
Benefits FAIRHOPE offers:
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Mileage reimbursement
- Shift Differential
- Free parking
- Family-like atmosphere
- *Responsibilities:
- Performs preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative nursing practices and procedures.
- Coordinates patient care provision and handles incoming calls.
- Assesses the physical, mental, environmental, and security needs of the patient to ensure FAIRHOPE Palliative Care services are of high quality.
- Reviews and implements the patient's plan of care and makes necessary revisions.
- Administers medications and treatments as recommended by the physician according to nursing standards.
- Maintains accurate records of medication reconciliations and controlled substances.
- Participates in interdisciplinary groups to discuss patient care plans and issue lists.
- Completes documentation such as assessments, problems, goals, interventions, and patient outcomes in a timely manner.
- Assists the patient, family members, and caregivers in administering their care with the help of a healthcare team.
- Educates and informs the patients, family, and caregivers about relevant diagnosis and services.
- Follows HIPAA guidelines at all times.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing, with a valid/current RN license from the Ohio Board of Nursing
- Possess current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Three years of recent nursing experience; end-of-life care and/or healthcare setting knowledge is preferred
- An individual with the ability to identify areas for improvement and take necessary action
- Demonstration of excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a caring attitude
- Working knowledge of computers
- Various healthcare settings, which may require some travelling in the service area of Fairfield, Hocking, Perry, and nearby counties
- Office headquarters located in Lancaster, Ohio
FAIRHOPE Core Values
FAIRHOPE Hospice is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization. We are dedicated to our patients, employees and community.
We ask you to commit to living the core values of the organization:
BE A TEAM PLAYER:
- A team is “we”. Our philosophy is we over me. We celebrate everyone’s success.
- Be respectful of everyone’s ideas and opinions.
- Have a “how can I help?” attitude vs a “it’s not my job” attitude.
- Be forward thinking and goal oriented.
- Talk the talk, walk the walk.
HAVE ACCOUNTABILITY/FOLLOW-THROUGH:
- Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, but be willing to learn from them.
- Take ownership to be responsive and produce timely, quality work.
- Be reliable. Do what you say you’re going to do. Stick to your word.
LEAD BY EXAMPLE:
- Recognize the importance of your role by being committed, passionate, and present.
- Take initiative. Go above and beyond and be a self-starter.
- Have a passion for the work we do and the people we serve.
Become a part of a well-known, well-respected community healthcare organization:
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Home of The Pickering House
If you desire to use your nursing expertise at a recognized community-based hospice with a caring staff, send us your resume or apply in person:
FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc.
Home of The Pickering House
282 Sells Road, Lancaster, OH 43130
Resumes may be sent electronically to:
Human Resources – HR@fairhopehospice.org
FAX to: 740.475.0627
Mission Statement: FAIRHOPE Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. promotes compassionate end-of-life care through a professional team approach. We strive to relieve suffering by providing comfort, support and resources to meet the palliative and grief needs of the community.
FAIRHOPE Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $32.68 - $39.87 per hour
