UnityPoint at Home - Cedar Rapids IA 

RN Visit Nurse - Hospice

Part Time - PRN as needed 

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare! As a Hospice Nurse with UnityPoint at Home, you’ll provide the right plan of care to support comfort and improve the quality of life for your patients. Working one-on-one with patients and their families, you’re a key part of the clinical team that surrounds the patient with support and expertise in end-of-life care. With a flexible schedule and independence, you can make it possible for patients to receive the important care they need where they’re most comfortable – in their homes

The Home Hospice Care RN uses clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, teaching and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient’s place of residence. The RN contributes to the development of the hospice plan of care. The RN delivers patient care directed by the physician as established in the hospice plan of care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality, improved outcomes and exceptional patient experience.

Education Required:

• Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses and valid license as RN in state(s) where providing care.

Education Preferred:

• BSN or MSN

 Experience Required:

• One year nursing experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

Experience Preferred:

• Home care/Hospice experience
• 2+ years nursing experience

 License(s)/Certification(s) Required:

• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements. 
• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.
• Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.
• CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.    

 License(s)/Certification(s) Preferred:

• CHPN certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

• Basic knowledge of current, frequently used medications, including modes of administration, actions and side effects.
• Competency in variety of nursing skills and ability to perform without supervision (NPWT, complex wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, ostomy care, chronic disease management assessment and teaching).
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Ability to navigate and perform basic use of Microsoft Office products.
• Maintains a reliable mode of transportation and has the ability to drive safely during all day and night hours and in all types of inclement weather.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Preferred:

• Experience with documentation in an electronic health record.

Other:

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

Why UnityPoint Health? 

• Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. 

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