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Come Join Our Team at NVNA and Hospice!
Vaccine Requirements: NVNA and Hospice requires vaccination for Covid-19 and Flu as a condition of employment.
The purpose of the Weekend HC Admission RN is to provide and coordinate the delivery of home health care and services to patients/clients of the Agency through the application of the nursing process and in accordance with the philosophy, mission and standards established by the Agency.
Essential Functions:
- Develop, implement and evaluate outcome-oriented patient care plans requiring specialized nursing skills. Obtain family and/or patient involvement in the development of such plan whenever possible; complete all necessary documentation, according to Agency policies and procedures.
- Conducts initial evaluation visits and regularly re-evaluates the nursing needs of the clients; initiates, develops, implements, and make necessary changes to the client’s plan of care. Addresses all problems in the plan of care or documents rationale for not doing so.
- Initiates diagnostic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate to the client’s care and safety. Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the client’s needs or documents rationale for not doing so.
- Assesses client’s continual care needs and informs physician and any other appropriate health professionals, as often as needed, of any changes in the client’s conditions.
- Teaches supervises, and counsels the client and family regarding home nursing procedures and other care needs as appropriate to the client’s condition. Utilizes Agency educational material, as appropriate. Ensures infection control and safety measures are identified, implemented, and documented.
- Provides supervision of the plan of care for home health aide services according to Agency policy when necessary. Assess the client’s need for unskilled care and revises plan of care, as needed; reports any changes to the plan of care to the Case Manager or the Clinical Manager as often as necessary.
- Maintains accurate, timely and legible records and reports.
Non-Essential Functions:
- Participates in continuing education and in-service activities designed to improve professional services and personal, professional growth.
- Participates in Agency-conducted community education activities by supporting and/or providing input and appropriate expertise for various programs.
- Baylor staff will have regular schedules covering weekend hours. They will work two twelve hour shifts per their agreed upon schedule with the Weekend Clinical Manager. They will rotate through 5 pm to 8 pm on call as assigned by the Clinical Manager. They will have a Holiday committeemen per agency policy. The twelve-hour shift productivity is 9 points if the RN is taking on call the productivity is 7 points. If working an eight hour shift, the productivity is 6 points.
- Assures Agency compliance with all federal and state laws as well as adhering to the Norwell Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. Corporate Compliance policy in the prevention of fraud and abuse on behalf of the Agency.
- Performs other Agency-related duties, as assigned.
Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required:
A. Mental
- Cognitive ability to observe, analyze and interpret general and technical data (verbal and written).
- Ability to harmoniously interact with patients, patients’ families, co-workers and management staff.
B. Behavioral Performance Skills
- Client Focus
Must be able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery to all clients (patients, families and staff members); do what is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction; deal with service failures and prioritize customer needs.
- Decision Making & Problem Solving
Must be able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason and common sense, even when dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options.
- Relationship Management
Must be able to develop rapport with others and recognize their concerns and feelings; build and maintain long-term associations based on trust; help others.
- Respect for Diversity
Must be able to adapt behavior to others’ styles; interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds; be of service to difficult people; optimize the benefits of having a diverse workforce.
- Flexibility
Must be able to remain open-minded and change opinions of the basis of new information; perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change; manage transitions effectively from task to task; adapt to varying client needs. Must be able to appreciate the needs of the Agency’s patients despite where they live must be met and travel of the RN may be necessary.
- Teamwork
Must be able to share due credit with co-workers; display enthusiasm and promote a friendly work group environment; work closely with other disciplines and departments as necessary; support group decisions and solicit opinions from co-workers; display team spirit.
C. Other
- Flexibility in work schedule and/or assignment to meet time requirements of the position (which will include evening/weekend/holiday).
- Completes appropriate competency and/or certification/re-certification testing.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Education:
- Current Massachusetts License (in good standing)
- Registered Nurse (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
- Current CPR Certification, highly recommended
Experience
- 2 plus years of experience in the acute care setting preferred
- Previous community health experience preferred
We provide a competitive salary, a full suite of benefits, robust clinical education, and the opportunity to work alongside an incredibly talented and committed team.
Benefits:
- Health Care Benefits effective date of hire (Medical, Vision, Dental and FSA)
- Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Generous Paid Time Off Package
- 401 (k)
- Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Program
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
About NVNA and Hospice:
NVNA and Hospice is the only independent non-profit home health agency serving Boston's South Shore. Founded in 1920, NVNA and Hospice provides the full continuum of care from home health, palliative, and hospice to support patients and families. We support what everyone wants - high quality care at home. Advanced technology helps us to care for complex patients in the comfort of their own home surrounded by family and friends.
NVNA and Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
