Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice
Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey
Philadelphia, PA

Hospice RN

"LSMNJ is a very cohesive company that truly values their employees. There is a heart to this company that truly cares and practices it's mission statement from the C level that includes all employees, on a day to day basis. I am proud to work here and to be part of this LSMNJ Team!" "All the managers are very friendly and always listen to our problems and find solutions to it." "I feel that this is a great place to work because we are not just co workers we are a family who loves and care about our fellow peers." "Employees in Hospice are close knit and genuinely care about each other and our patients." Those are real statements from real employees at Journey Hospice. We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here..... Journey Hospice has a rewarding and fulfilling position for a per diem RN Case Manager for our Philadelphia program! The Hospice RN will oversee primary caseload of Hospice patients and provides skilled professional nursing care to them, their families and caregivers as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, accrediting body standards and agency policies and procedures. Provides the initial assessment and comprehensive nursing assessment and identification of problems of each patient; reassessment of nursing needs and collaborates to develop the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) plan of care. Implements the plan of care and reevaluates and revises the plan of care relative to the patients nursing needs to provide appropriate, comprehensive and responsive goals and interventions. Teaches, supervises, and counsels the patient, family members, and staff regarding nursing care and the patient's needs, including other related problems of the patient at home. Works closely with other members of the IDT to ensure all patient and family care needs are being met. Provides supervision to Hospice Aides/Homemakers Education/Training/Certifications: Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program. Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred. Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred. PA RN Licensure by the PA State Board of Nursing in good standing. Valid drivers license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with PA state requirements. Skill(s): Skills and Knowledge: * Must maintain a professional attitude and demeanor and is able to communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co-workers and all others. * Must be able to demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm and willingness to work constructively with other health care team members and reflect concern for the well being of patients and employees. * Interacts with all staff in a positive fashion supporting the mission and vision of LSMNJ. Experience: * Minimum of one (1) year general nursing preferred with current hospice, home health, medical, surgical or critical care experience. * Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred. * Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting. * Understanding of Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying. LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We care about our team members and the people we serve, so we made the decision to require all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Only candidates that are vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated will be considered for employment.