General Inpatient Nurse (GIP) - Hospice

Company Overview:

Valeo Home Health & Hospice (A Fortis Health Company) is a clinician-led and operated home health and hospice agency serving patients throughout Weber, Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah counties in Utah. We provide compassionate, high-quality home health and hospice services that promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their families.

Our team of highly trained clinicians is compassionate, reliable, and committed to delivering exceptional care with integrity and excellence. At Valeo Home Health & Hospice, we believe in putting patients first by caring for one patient and one employee at a time.

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Job Summary

Valeo Hospice is seeking an experienced and compassionate General Inpatient (GIP) Hospice Registered Nurse (PRN) to provide General Inpatient (GIP) hospice nursing services for patients requiring acute symptom management. This position primarily supports patients at St. Mark's Hospital (SMH) and requires prompt response, excellent clinical judgment, and a commitment to providing compassionate end-of-life care.

Responsibilities:

• Provide General Inpatient (GIP) hospice nursing services for patients requiring acute symptom management.
• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing patient evaluations.
• Implement physician-ordered plans of care and document all care accurately and timely.
• Assess and manage pain and other complex symptoms while ensuring patient comfort.
• Educate patients and family members regarding hospice care, medications, symptom management, and the dying process.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, hospital staff, and caregivers to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the hospice care team and attending physician.
• Maintain compliance with hospice regulations, agency policies, and documentation standards.
• Serve as PRN weekday backup coverage as needed.

Schedule & Requirements

• Must be able to arrive at St. Mark's Hospital (SMH) within 30 minutes when called.
• Night and weekend availability is required.
• Typical schedule consists of one week per month, with additional availability and scheduling flexibility preferred.
• Compensation is paid per admission/visit.
• HealthTrust credentialing is required prior to providing services.
• Candidates must successfully pass all required background checks and meet HealthTrust screening requirements.
• Previous hospice nursing experience is required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills, communication skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail are essential.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive for extended periods while providing patient care.
• Ability to assist and reposition patients and move equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Regular use of a tablet or electronic device for documentation, communication, and training.

Disclaimer:

This description reflects the general nature and level of work for the General Inpatient Nurse (GIP) position. It is not exhaustive, and responsibilities, duties, or qualifications may evolve with the organization or regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fortis Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Fortis Health prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fortis Health conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (required).
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Utah (required).
• Minimum of one (1) year of hospice nursing experience (required).
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, communication, and documentation skills (required).
• Ability to arrive at St. Mark's Hospital (SMH) within 30 minutes when called (required).
• Night and weekend availability required; flexibility to provide additional coverage preferred.
• Must meet all HealthTrust credentialing and screening requirements, including a satisfactory background check.
• Current TB test or ability to obtain one prior to employment (required).
• Current BLS/CPR certification (required).