Registered Nurse RN Hospice Every Weekend Baylor

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Communicates pertinent patient and employee information to interdisciplinary teams and Patient Care Managers daily. Consults with the Triage Nurse or on-call Nursing Manager regarding unusual situations and potential risk management issues before initiating Crisis Care or approving General Inpatient (GIP) status. Completes all documentation regarding patient contact activities timely and ensure accuracy and completion. Participates in staff meetings, department meetings, team meetings, in-services, and other related activities. Responds in a timely manner to emails and phone calls during assigned hours of duty. Assists in the Inpatient Unit and provide nursing care to patients as needed. Responds to patient emergencies outside normal business hours and during early morning hours. Travels to patient residences as directed by the Triage Nurse to assess patient conditions based on emergency or urgent needs. Assesses patient conditions and need for immediate care due to falls or other traumatic events, communicating with Triage and Case Management staff. Performs nursing procedures such as inserting catheters, feeding tubes, and administering intravenous medications if credentialed. Educates the patient’s family and other caregivers on hospice care and services provided to the patient. Coordinates patient needs for medications and medical equipment with the Triage Nurse, delivering supplies and prescriptions as needed. Other duties as assigned.

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