Job Description:
*************$7,500 Sign-On Bonus*************
Looking for Registered Nurse based in the Savannah, GA area
About Us:
Affinity Hospice is one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country. We are passionate about giving exceptional care to our hospice patients and their families. We believe the care we provide truly matters and we would love to have you join our nationally recognized team!
What We Offer:
Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Time, and Holiday Pay
Gas Card and Car Maintenance Stipend
Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision and more) for full-time employees
401K
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
Internal Company Advancement
Free end of life training
Position Summary:
The registered nurse/case manager plans, organizes, directs, and provides hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education and experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities.
Hours / Schedule: Full Time; (40) hours / week. This position will cover our Savannah, GA territory.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
Current State license as a Registered Nurse
Current CPR certification
Minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care, home health or hospice setting preferred.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients.
Able to lift supplies and equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Case manages and provides clinical direction to the interdisciplinary team, physician, and family.
Implement/develop/document the patient plan of care
Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient (OSHA).
Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation.
Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third-party payer.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency.
Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies.
Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call service to patients/families as assigned.
Responsible for supervising hospice aides and licensed practical nurses.
Perform other nursing duties as assigned by management to support department goals and initiatives.
Affinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- Graduate of an accredited diploma, associate, or baccalaureate school of nursing
- Current state license as a Registered Nurse
- Current CPR certification
- At least two years of Registered Nurse experience in clinical care, home health, or hospice
- Valid driver's license and insured, reliable automobile
- Ability to lift, position, and transfer patients
- Ability to lift supplies and equipment
What We Do
Affinity Hospice provides compassionate and palliative care to our patients as well as supporting the spiritual and emotional needs of the entire family. We recognize the importance of the relationships with our employees, referral sources and the communities we serve. We operate outstanding hospice and palliative care organizations serving communities in Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Arkansas, and Virginia. Caring is our purpose. It's not only our mission. It's how we live everyday. If you are interested in joining our family, please contact [email protected]. We would love to speak with you if you have a passion for helping others
