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Job Summary
Registered Nurse
Position Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: Open to Discuss
Category: Registered Nurses
Company: Gentiva Hospice
Location: Vestavia, AL
Experience:
- A minimum of one (1) year experience as an RN, either in acute care hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice or home health. School internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in individual cases.
- Hospice or palliative care experience preferred
Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration:
- Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employment
- CPR Certification
- Current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license
Specialized Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services; excellent patient assessment skills; knowledge of community resources; good oral and written communication skills; documentation and program management; knowledge of general nursing practice; thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and human resource management principles).
Working Conditions:
- Patient’s homes and/or institutional setting and automobile. Potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, odors, blood, excreta and hazardous materials.
Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes:
- Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support others at a time of crisis. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility by performing a variety of tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Responsible functioning in the work place, maturity, cooperation, flexibility, tact in dealing with co-workers and all members of the hospice team.
Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids:
- Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper. Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work.
We Offer
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)