What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Hospice Acute Care Coor - Day Shift - 30 Hours position at Hospice Acute Care Coor - Day Shift - 30 Hours - Henry Ford Health - Careers Careers?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Functions as a care coordinator for Hospice within the hospice setting. Assesses and identifies patient needs in accordance with the hospice concept of care. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team to provide complete patient/family care and referral. Provides pain management and symptom control. Maintains the continuity of care by ensuring patient needs are met.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Requires an Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
- Requires understanding and acceptance of the Hospice concept of care, and a working knowledge of current pain and symptom management.
- Requires interpersonal skills to present a positive image of hospice to those whom are referred to the program.
- Possess the ability to be flexible in adapting policies and procedures to meet the needs presented by hospice patients and families.
- Previous hospice experience preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Requires current licensure in the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse.
- Hospice certification preferred.
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