Infinity Hospice Care is currently seeking a Full-Time RN after hours Triage Nurse to be scheduled 7 days on/7 days off, Friday 1700 to Monday 0800 and Monday - Thursday 1700 to 0800.
It is the responsibility of the On-call Nurse to respond to patient/family needs and provide necessary hospice care to patients and families during weekend hours with regard to Infinity Hospice Care’s policies and procedures. This position reports to the Clinical Coordinator.
The Triage Nurse works in conjunction with the Clinical Coordinator, RN Case Managers, and the Interdisciplinary Team and is responsible for but not limited to:
- Respond to and triage all weekend calls/admissions/referrals
- Participate in making weekend visits as needed, to evaluate and assess a patient’s conditions
- Make scheduled weekend visits as deemed necessary by the Clinical Coordinator, DPS, Management, patient and/or family
- Education of patient and family on the disease process and expectations related to the disease
- Provide complete and timely verbal and written communications
- Assure compliance with local, state and federal laws
Skills/Qualifications
- Possess a current Nevada RN License in good standing
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must have keyboarding and computer skills
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, valid auto insurance and a reliable vehicle for field use
- Ability to drive day and night time hours
- Must be able to communicate clearly in English (verbally and in writing)
An active license as a Registered Nurse in good standing the state where nursing services will be performed. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and at least 1 to 2 years experience in nursing in an acute care setting or 1 year experience in home health, hospice or comparable experience is preferred. Desire to learn and demonstration of aptitude for the hospice philosophy and comfort care required. This position reports directly to the Director of Patient Care Services.