What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Hospice/Palliative Care Oakland - Full Time - Days position at Hospice/Palliative Care Oakland - Full Time - Days - Henry Ford Health - Careers Careers?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Works under the supervision of the hospice and/or palliative care at home manager. Provides nursing care to hospice and/or palliative care at home patients in accordance with the hospice and palliative care at home concept of care. Assumes managerial responsibilities in the absence of the hospice and/or palliative care at home manager.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing, and current Michigan licensure as a Registered Nurse.
- Hospice and/or palliative care at home certification preferred. A working knowledge of current pain and symptom management, and experience appropriate to the needs of hospice and palliative care at home patients and their families is preferred.
- Requires interpersonal skills to present a positive image of hospice and palliative care at home to those who are referred to the program.
- Requires the ability to be flexible in adapting policies and procedures to meet the needs presented by hospice and palliative care at home patients and families.
- Requires a valid drivers' license, an acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Michigan licensure as a Registered Nurse.
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