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Hospice House Rn

Partners In Care (PIC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest, oldest provider of home health, palliative care, and hospice services in Central Oregon. Serving Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties, our dedicated team of over 200 employees and 200 volunteers delivers compassionate, patient-centered care across a 10,000-square-mile area. Additionally, Hospice House in Bend, Oregon, is a specialty hospital for inpatient hospice care, creating an oasis of tranquility and comfort for patients and their families. We prioritize excellence, empathy, and collaboration, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and learning while valuing diversity and the well-being of our employees, volunteers, patients, and families.

Status: Relief/Casual (hourly, non-exempt) - less than 23 hours per week. Relief/Casual employees must offer a minimum of four shifts per month, including one night shift and one weekend shift.

Hours: Day Shift: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM and Night Shift: 7:00 PM-7:00 AM. Additional shifts, including day, night, and weekend shifts, may be available. Available shifts are based on departmental needs and are subject to change; a fixed schedule is unavailable for this role.

Location: Hospice House in Bend, Oregon.

Summary/Objective: The Hospice House RN will identify patient/family/caregiver needs and provide nursing and supportive care in accordance with the plan of care, and policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Apply nursing principles and techniques in the treatment of patients. Provide nursing care, emotional support, and education to the patient/family/caregiver. Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, family and caregiver information.
• Is responsible for the implementation and continued development of the patient care plan and physician's plan of treatment and is responsible for the case management of the patient.
• Supervision of all Certified Nursing Assistants and Volunteers.
• Follow the guidelines for universal precautions when providing patient care and demonstrate proper techniques in application of infection control standards.
• Maintain records of services performed and of apparent condition of patient, using documentation guidelines and standards set forth by the facility.
• Communicate with physicians and others as needed to coordinate and ensure high quality care. Communicate on a regular basis with all staff / volunteers regarding patient status.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the dying process and recognizes the importance of and maintains professional boundaries.
• Provide for a safe environment for patients, guests, visitors, and employees and adhere to all policies, procedures, and regulations regarding patient care, conduct, safety, fire, security, and risk management.
• Participate in weeknight and weekend on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Adheres to the PIC mission and values. Supports the organization.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Valid Oregon RN License.
• Ability to pass a background test, drug screen, and TB test.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• One to two years of recent medical care experience in an institutional setting. Ideal candidates will possess 1-2 years of home health or hospice experience (preferred).
• Valid CPR Certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassion, empathy, and dedication to patient care.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position is responsible for the co-supervision of Nursing Assistant(s) and Caregivers.

Work Environment:

• May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances.
• May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• Handles emergency or crisis situations.
• Physical demands also include the ability to lift patients, assist with ambulation, walking, carrying, and pushing.
• OSHA exposure category 1: Position includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues.
• Required Personal Protective Equipment as conditions warrant: Gloves, gown, mask, mask with shield, goggles, shoe covers, bouffant cap.

Company Perks:

• Two medical, dental, and vision plans; insurance is effective the first of the month following the date of hire!
• Generous Paid time off.
• $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Short and long-term disability.
• 403b retirement savings with employer match, no vesting required!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits: Legal Shield, AFLAC & MASA Transportation.

Compensation: $42.00 - $60.53 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.