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RN, PRN

Capital Caring Health, Aldie, VA, United States


Per Diem RN Overview
The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.

Qualifications

Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working

Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross

Minimum one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred

Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR system

Mobile Driver – Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy

Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule

Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms

Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written)

Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients

Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families

Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within the service area

Ability to perform essential functions and physical requirements (lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) with or without reasonable accommodation

Employees working at PACE – certification of completion of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs

Key Responsibilities

Obtains Physician orders

Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of IDG, incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow‑up

Coordinates the Plan of Care, ensuring an individualized plan that reflects the patient’s evolving needs

Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process, palliative interventions, caregiving, dying process, and safety practices

Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of IDG or other health professionals

Participates with IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness

Attends patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications

Provides appropriate bereavement interventions to the family and caregiver with psychosocial staff

Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; uses positive approaches

Supervises patient care given by other nursing team members (LPNs, Hospice Aides, contract nurses)

During emergencies (e.g., hurricanes) may be required to report to work at a company‑designated location, possibly staying overnight, to ensure continuity of services

Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities (As Needed)

Cross training to hospice house or field positions when census requires flexible staffing

Completes clinical admissions for all Company services, including but not limited to:

Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding fears, physical limitations; presents services empathetically

Identifies admission objections, concerns or entry barriers and provides responses

Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs

Completes informed consents and initial assessment per regulations and Company policy

Provides information to physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address immediate needs

Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms, and maximize comfort

Obtains physician orders

Completes documentation per Company policy

Acts as Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals; works with hospitals, physicians, etc.

Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow‑up; informs Admissions upon assignment completion

Provides clinical communication timely using SBAR

Discusses potential needs with after‑hours staff

Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge efficiently for referred patients, meeting productivity expectations

Obtains medical record information for referral

Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities

Works with Professional Relations Representatives to provide education on all available services

Provides care for GIP patients in hospital, including daily visits, management, documentation, and efficient discharge

Employee Core Responsibilities

Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered or services provided

Comply with all regulations, maintaining position against fraud and abuse

Adhere to Company policies, procedures and standard practices

Observe health, safety and security practices

Maintain confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and sensitive situations

Use resources responsibly

Promote Company via community and professional organizations

Participate proactively in performance improvement at organizational, departmental, individual levels

Improve own professional knowledge and skill level

Advance electronic media skills

Support research and educational activities

Share expertise with co‑workers formally and informally

Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities as appropriate

Physical Demands
The following abilities are required: see, hear, talk, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required: stand, sit, reach with hands, lift, bend, balance. Occasionally required: pull, push, stoop, crouch, kneel, climb stairs.

Compensation
Pay Rate: $47.00

Drug and Alcohol Testing
This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, and ongoing compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.

Background Screening (Florida affiliates)
All employees performing services for Florida affiliates will be submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing eligibility. For more information, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

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