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Lehigh Valley Health Network

Integrated academic health care network

Hospice Visit Registered Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeAllentown, PA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A specialized diploma from an NLN-approved or accredited nursing program is required.
  • At least one year of recent direct-care experience in a healthcare setting is required.
  • Knowledge of patient education techniques and principles is required.
  • Ability to take initiative, function independently without direct supervision, and work as a member of the care team is required.
  • Ability to travel to patient-care assignments is required.
  • Knowledge of Conditions of Participation is required.
  • Ability to facilitate difficult and complex communication related to goals of care is required.
  • Knowledge of accurate data-set collection and the ability to navigate multiple computer applications and electronic medical record platforms are preferred qualifications, not requirements.
  • A Pennsylvania registered nurse license is required upon hire.
  • A Pennsylvania or New Jersey driver's license is required upon hire.
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire.
  • Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds, including pushing or pulling patients and performing lateral transfers, is required.
  • Frequent to continuous standing and walking is required; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift.
  • Role-specific physical activities may include kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver patient care based on the physician-established medical plan, interdisciplinary team direction, and protocols, using a patient- and family-centered approach.
  • Perform comprehensive ongoing subjective and objective assessments of patients’ physical, psychosocial, and environmental status, and relay significant changes to the physician, RN Case Manager, and other interdisciplinary care-team members in a timely manner consistent with patient needs.
  • Review, evaluate, and revise the established plan of care as appropriate to reflect progress toward patient outcomes and goals, in collaboration with the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary team.
  • Provide education to patients, families, and clinical staff on end-of-life issues, palliative care, advance directives, chronic disease management, pain management, symptom control, home care, hospice, and discharge planning.
  • Promote patient and caregiver autonomy, evaluate the effectiveness of teaching, and modify education based on patient needs and goals.

Desired Qualifications

  • An Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
  • One year of experience as a home health or hospice Registered Nurse is preferred.
  • Knowledge of and skill in completing data-set collection with a high level of accuracy is preferred.
  • Knowledge of and ability to navigate multiple computer applications and electronic medical record platforms is preferred.
  • Ambulatory Care Nursing Board Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center within three years, or Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse certification from the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association within three years, is preferred.

About the Company

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Integrated academic health care network

LVHN is part of Jefferson Health, forming a large integrated academic health care system with 32 hospitals and 700+ care sites across the Lehigh Valley and surrounding regions. It delivers medical care, education, and clinical research by coordinating treatment through hospitals, clinics, and research programs. Its uniqueness comes from its connection to a major academic network, wide regional reach, and a strong emphasis on both high-quality patient care and ongoing education and discovery. The goal is to heal, comfort and improve health outcomes for the communities it serves, while advancing knowledge through education and research.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Pottsville, Pennsylvania
Founded
1899

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