Registered Nurse, Hospice

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Team/Program Manager, the HH clinician is responsible for managing or caring for a caseload of patients from admission to transition into the community. This involves interdisciplinary support and referrals when appropriate. The position coordinates interdisciplinary care, monitors and adjusts treatment to achieve positive outcomes, and identifies opportunities for process improvement. All responsibilities are carried out in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and standards that comply with Federal, State, and accreditation regulations.

Requirements

1. Equivalent education required for RI Registered Nurse licensure; Bachelor's Degree (minimum) in a relevant discipline is strongly preferred.
2. Valid RI Registered Nurse license required.
3. Minimum of one (1) year of progressive clinical experience required. Prior experience in an acute care or home health care setting is preferred.
4. Valid CPR certification required.
5. Valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance are required.
6. Ability to read and interpret documents such as medical records and reports. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
7. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret extensive technical instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Capable of handling several abstract and concrete variables.

Organizational Information

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions-Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group-are trusted organizations advancing medical research, attracting top specialists, and providing innovative health programs.

Equal Opportunity and Ethical Standards

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with organizational ethical standards, including hospital policies, mission, vision, and values.