Our Company

　　Empatia is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

　　Overview

　　Join us to make a difference when life matters most

　　We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love. 

　　The Afterhours Advanced Illness Management (AIM) RN will report directly to the Director of AIM. Responsible for identifying and coordinating patient/family needs and for providing preventive and supportive care to the palliative patients and family. Utilizes assessment, intervention, and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life. Assumes afterhours coverage for the designated teams and functions as an interdisciplinary advanced illness management and support, along with telephonic, video, and in person interventions afterhours.

　　As a Registered Nurse / RN, you will:

　　Be able to triage patient needs over the phone until a nurse can provide an in-person visit

　　Respond appropriately and with urgency to crisis calls from patients and families after hours

　　Make the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for palliative serves, as part of a patient visit, within 48 hours of referral

　　Identify the patient/family’s physical, psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed

　　Collaborate with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of IDG in providing patient and family care

　　Timely document the problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to palliative care

　　Maintain accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient’s condition

　　Be responsible to effectively communicate with members of the AIM team, clinical supervisor, and the patient’s PCP, if any, regarding changes in patient status and/or patient needs occurring during afterhours call

　　Report patient condition and any identified needs/issues to supervisor, nurse practitioner, or PCP

　　Assist in overseeing the utilization of medications, DME and supplies related to the plan of care in a manner consistent with the needs of the patent, physician orders, and the performance goals of the AIM agency

　　About You

　　Registered Nurse / RN Requirements:

　　Education:

　　Associates/Bachelor’s degree NursingExperience:

　　2 years of prior skilled Registered Nurse experience

　　Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care

　　Nursing experience in palliative care, oncology, hospice, or geriatric care preferred

　　Additional, preferred experience to help you be successful in a hospice role: hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER or emergency room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions, wound care, telemetry or travel nursing

　　Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration:

　　Current RN license to practice in the state

　　CPR Certification

　　Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids:

　　Fluent competence in computer programs Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel

　　Fluent in electronic medical record documentation

　　Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

　　Prior clinical experience

　　Strong compassionate phone skills

　　Strives for independence and sound critical decision-making regarding the delivery of patient care

　　Competent to perform afterhours in person visits

　　Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients/families who are facing advanced illnesses

　　Excellent written and verbal communication

　　Always maintains patient confidentiality

　　Good problem-solving skills

　　Good time management skills

　　We Offer

　　As a Registered Nurse / RN, you will be eligible for:

　　Competitive Pay

　　401(k) with company matching contributions

　　Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels

　　One on One Onboarding Program

　　Free Continuing Education Units

　　Local and national award programs

　　Referral bonus program

　　Mileage reimbursement

　　Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

　　Legalese

　　This is a safety-sensitive position

　　Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

　　Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

　　We are proud to be an EEO employer

　　We maintain a drug-free workplace

　　ReqID: 2023-88486

　　Category: Clinical

　　Position Type: Flex/Per Diem

　　Company: Empatia

　　Type of Service: Palliative Care Only