RN-Hospice Home Care

Description

Who we are

St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai‘i uplifts families through compassionate care and a strong commitment to community. Guided by our mission to provide excellent, ‘ohana-centered hospice and supportive services, we remain rooted in our core values of grace, peace, unity, and legacy.   Every team member plays a vital role in living this mission with heart, dedication, and a spirit of service. We cultivate a supportive environment where excellence is nurtured, teamwork is celebrated, and each person's contribution is valued. At St. Francis, healthcare is more than a profession—it's a calling. We welcome you to join our team and help carry forward our legacy of caring for Hawai‘i's people with purpose and aloha. 

Summary of Duties 

Using own automobile, performs direct and indirect total nursing care of the Hospice patient and family in accordance with the St. Francis Hospice Standards for Nursing Practice in the home setting; instructs family in simple nursing procedures in accordance with the Hospice Interdisciplinary Plan of Care.

About the Role

The RN-Hospice Home Care delivers specialized care to patients and their families, helping them navigate end-of-life journeys with respect and peace in familiar surroundings. The RN-Hospice Home Care partners with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, and spiritual care providers to create and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. The RN-Hospice Home Care works directly in the patient’s home to perform direct and indirect total nursing care for the Hospice patient and family in accordance with the St. Francis Hospice Standards for Nursing Practice in the home setting; instructing the family in simple nursing procedures in accordance with the Hospice Interdisciplinary Plan of Care

Essential Functions of the Job

• Provides care and maintains awareness of total nursing needs of patients/families assigned to him/her and is responsible for seeing they are fulfilled.
• Administers and supervises the patient plan of care for each hospice patient for whom he/she is responsible, according to Federal, JCAHO, and appropriate Standards of Nursing Practice as defined by the Hospice Program.
• Maintains communication and coordinates with primary physician and/or on-call physician in regard to the patient's plan of care.
• Arranges for medical equipment, delivery/pick up of medications and supplies in the home setting when appropriate.
• Completes Home Health Aide Care Plan and provides instructions accordingly.
• Coordinates nursing service with other disciplines including social services, pastoral/spiritual care, and volunteer services.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Conferences; presents and identifies problems for evaluation and recommendation and then helps to coordinate the plan of care which will best meet the patient/families’ needs. 
• Responsible for initiating Bereavement Assessment Form on assigned patients.
• Assists in providing an optimal safe physical and emotional environment for both patient and family.
• Teaches and coaches the patient and family members regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient.
• Adheres to and effectively communicates Hospice's philosophy, goals, and objectives to community health agencies and to the public.
• Works together with hospice inpatient RN when a patient is transferred into the facility or into the home hospice setting regarding medications, supplies, and equipment.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Registered Nurse, B.S.N. preferred.  State of Hawaii RN license required.

Experience

Minimum two (2) years of previous experience.  Acute/Oncology Nursing Experience preferred.

Skills Required

• Dexterity in handling equipment and instruments.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Personal automobile available for business use.
• Good driving record, as evidenced by a current driver's abstract.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations on short notice and with ease.
• Effective interpersonal, communication skills.
• Desire to continually upgrade self in knowledge, skills, and professional conduct.
• Current CPR certification.

Summary

Compensation: 

The starting rate of pay for the RN Hospice Home Care position ranges between $40.95/hr. to $49.14/hr. dependent upon years of experience. Candidates with 49-60 months of relevant professional experience (immediately prior to employment with St. Francis) will progress to the job rate $54.86/hr. after one (1) year of employment with St. Francis. (Subject to the terms of the HNA CBA) 

Benefits Overview
At St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawaiʻi, we believe in sharing the same heart and level of care for our team members as we do for the clients we serve. Our comprehensive benefits are designed with the whole employee in mind. From resources for Professional and Educational development opportunities to an employer matching 403(B) retirement plan, we seek to provide a workplace which helps our team members be their best. Below is a summary of just a few of our employee benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Drug & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (for Health and Dependent Care)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) AND Extended Sick Leave benefits
• Educational Reimbursement and Professional Leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Much more!