About the role
Responsibilities
Assumes full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluates personal and professional performance and makes necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. Adheres to and supports the policies/procedures/goals/objectives of hospice to assure quality patient care. Strives for independence and sound critical decision-making regarding the delivery of patient care in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality. Develops the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implements treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients / families who are facing death and dying. Effective communication skills, both verbally and written.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate from a recognized, accredited school of nursing Required
Work Experience
1 year of Clinical Experience Required
1 year of Hospice experience Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Upon Hire Required
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire Required
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation. Upon Hire Required
Business Unit : Company Name Piedmont Augusta Hospital