Pediatric RN Clinical Coordinator - Hospice

Description

 The RN Clinical Coordinator supervises and/or provides direct patient care for the Pediatric Hospice Program. The position supervises all other members of the Interdisciplinary Group either directly or indirectly through their immediate manager. The incumbent must be effective in explaining the hospice concept of care to patients, families, physicians, resource and referral sources and other community members.

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Accountability:

Reports to the Director of Nursing 

Requirements

Essential Job Functions:

1. Follows an individualized Plan of Care established by the RN for each patient
2. Adheres to patient rights, abuse reporting and confidentiality policies
3. Fosters and maintains an effective working relationship between peers, professional staff, and other personnel
4. Understands/provides basic principles of palliative care/pain management within the Scope of Practice
5. Attends scheduled staff meetings and or in-service training 
6. Adheres to the departmental dress code requirements related to personal grooming and attire 
7. Participates in Performance Improvement activities as requested  
8. Demonstrates reliability by: Making every attempt to report to work on time, providing proper notification for absence or tardiness, participating in required meetings
9. Demonstrates ability to problem-solve and make decisions by: Assessing situations and considering alternatives, seeking guidance and direction as necessary, utilizing proper chain of command
10. Demonstrates effective time management skills by coordinating activities to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency, willingness to adjust or revise work schedules as requested
11. Assumes responsibility for on-going personal development and continuing education
12. Stays current with all mandatory agency and regulatory requirements 
13. Manages budgets, hire, and train staff and assist in developing and implementing policies and protocols
14. Completes assigned projects within specified time frames 
15. Other duties, as assigned

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Job Specific Functions:

1. Assists with hiring, counsels, administers progressive discipline assigned staff members as needed
2. Assists in creating and implementing policy/procedures
3. Participates and interacts in all complaint processes as directed
4. Ensures that all regulatory standards are met by team including State, Federal, CHAPS and other regulatory bodies
5. assists in developing effective plans of correction in response to surveys as needed
6. Evaluates and conducts performance evaluations of staff
7. Implements a delegation of responsibility for the availability of clinical services on a twenty-four (24) hour basis
8. Manages clinical aspects of patient care Participates in budgeting process as requested by the Director of Nursing
9. Assures patients are admitted under correct requirements for hospice service
10. Assures proper staffing and scheduling for patients
11. Supervises and delegates duties to multidisciplinary clinical personnel
12. Assists with coordination of Interdisciplinary Team Meetings
13. Coordinates staff meetings and/or in-service training as needed
14. Manages confidential information 
15. Maintains regular and consistent attendance 
16. Other duties as assigned

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Physical/Safety Requirements:

1. Must have the strength and endurance required for standing, walking, lifting, bending, and pushing on a consistent basis up to 50 lbs
2. Utilizes appropriate durable medical equipment and PPE as needed in a safe manner
3. Uses appropriate body mechanics as needed for personal use and safe patient care
4. Category 1 for potential exposure to blood/body fluids. (Requires the performance of procedures or other tasks in the work routine that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them. Protective measures should be used while engaged in Category 1 tasks with exposure potential.)
5. Follows the designated plan of action in the event of a fire or other emergency/disaster
6. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, work-related stresses, and driving hazards 
7. The individual may be required to drive to meetings with clients, patients’ homes, or health care professionals
8. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to meet the work environmental and physical demands listed above.

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Qualifications and Experience:

1. Must possess a valid RN license with the State of Nevada Board of Nursing
2. A minimum of 1 year of experience as a RN in a hospice/home health setting is required
3. CPR/First Aid certification is required
4. A minimum of one (1) year relevant hospice experience is required
5. Successful completion of a background check pursuant to NRS 449.188 and NRS 179A.100 along with a pre-employment drug screen and physical, TB testing, previous employment and reference checking, and an MVR (may include verification of education)
6. Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
8. Must be able to handle frequent interruptions
9. Must be able to cope with emotionally charged situations encompassing patients, families, and other caregivers
10. Must be available for prescheduled on-call hours, weekends, and holidays
11. Must be available to cover shifts as needed and call coverage as needed for direct patient care needs
12. Must be able to prioritize, order medications, DME, and supplies using the hospice approved formulary and supply list
13. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance

Benefits:

Paid Time Off

NV Paid Leave

Paid Company Holidays

Floating Holiday

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Voluntary Products

Matching 401k

Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms