Charge Registered Nurse (RN)- Hospice House

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care exists to provide support and comfort to patients and their families when a cure is no longer possible.

MercyOne Genesis Hospice Care experienced, high quality care so that your loved one can remain as independent and comfortable as possible. MercyOne Genesis Hospice provides medical care in addition to providing emotional and spiritual support.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Hospice House ? Click here: Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House | Hospice | MercyOne Genesis

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Charge Registered Nurse

As a Charge Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will oversee daily operations and staff assignments for the Hospice House activities across 24 hours. Assures safe, effective, culturally competent, family based, holistic care for the terminally ill patients at the Hospice House. Provides clinical direction and feedback regarding performance of direct patient care staff. Assists manager in a variety of tasks, including the following: Budget development, productivity management, new staff orientation, ensuring compliance of staff with identified clinical skill development/competencies/practice guidelines, performance improvement activities, data collection/analysis and operationalizing agency policies and procedures, preparation for compliance with regulatory agencies, indentifying program development needs and assisting in implementation.

Schedule:

• full-time 36 hours a week.
• One Week 3-12 hours shifts 7a-7p
• One week 1-12 hour shift 7a&p
• 3- 8 hours shifts 10a-6:30p Every other Weekend

General Requirements:

• The job requires some accountability for scheduling, assigning or coordinating work. Employees check the quality of work and provide guidance, instruction, training and direction to others. Although the job does not require formal or official supervisory responsibility, the incumbent serves as group leader or acts in an informal "assistant supervisory" or "lead" role. In addition, the employee may be expected to provide information or suggestions on human resources matters.
• Work requires limited responsibility for material resources. Examples of resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets. The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources. The cost of errors is also limited in terms of damage, waste or financial loss. Problems associated with material resources are not complex. The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.
• Key Relationships: Co-workers/Health System Employees, Outside Agencies/Other Health Care Providers, General Public/Visitors/Volunteers, Physicians/Medical Office Staff, Students/Interns/Residents/Outside Instructors, Patients, Families, and Significant Others, Vendors/Clients, Third Party Payors/Insurance Companies

Education:

• 4 year college/university degree or equivalent experience
• RN License in Iowa required at time of hire.
• More than 3 years experience required.
• Hospice and palliative Care nursing Certification preferred
• BLS

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.