“You matter because you are you. You matter to the last moment of your life, and
we will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully, but to live until you
die.”
-Dame Cicely Mary Saunders
Founder of the modern day hospice movement.
Careers
Title
Location
Job_WorkTime
Certified Home Health Aide - FHC
Palm Springs, California
Full-Time
Description: Provides personal care and services to the terminally ill to augment that care given by family members. Functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the Case Manager and/or Team Manager.
Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Completes all tasks as per plan of care.
Assists patients with bath, mouth care, skin, hair and all aspects of personal hygiene.
Assists patients with transferring and ambulation as needed.
Assists with prescribed exercises which patients and CHHA have been educated in by appropriate health professionals.
Prepares meals and assists patients with eating as required.
Assists patients in toileting including use of bedpans, urinal and commodes.
Prepares household services that will facilitate the patient's self-care at home and are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization.
Reports changes in patient condition and needs to the Case Manager or Team Manager.
Clean patient's environment which includes emptying of trash, clearing dishes and light housekeeping.
Changing, washing and drying of patient's linens.
Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
(10224)
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of CHHA program.
1 to 2 years direct patient care experience in an institution or home care setting preferred.
Appropriate understanding of patient care requirements within certification.
Able to manage time effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
BLS required.
Current California driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
RN Admissions Visits ($5,000 SIGN ON BONUS)
Palm Springs, California
Full-Time
Description: ***$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS for this FT Position***
The Admissions-Visits Nurse is a registered nurse and a Team member whose primary responsibility is to present FHC services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that result in the admission of appropriate patients.
Evaluates patients for hospice appropriateness using medical records review and consultation with Supervisor, DPCS and Medical Director.
Provides direct patient care and telephonic triage, as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.
Explain benefits of hospice program and obtain signature of informed consent.
Admit patients, develop plan of care and complete and submit relevant paperwork in accordance with FHC policies.
Obtain data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporate into plan of care.
Orders DME, Medications and supplies as needed.
Build referral source relationships to support the growth of FHC.
Maintain clinical and professional competence.
Assist with the continuity of care and discharge planning from facilities.
Following admission, ensure smooth transition of new patients to case manager assigned.
Provides skilled nursing as determined by IDG plan of care.
Follow case manager instructions within scope of practice.
Report changes in patient needs and status as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
(10634)
Requirements:
Current California RN license.
1 year of RN experience. 2-3 years of hospice or home health nursing experience, preferred
Knowledge of state and federal regulations relating to hospice participation.
Able to multi-task effectively and work as a team.
Works well independently.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Travel required. Current California driver's license and proof of insurance.
Excellent observation, diagnostic, medication management and clinical documentation skills.
LVN Triage (*$2,500 Sign On Bonus) FHC
Palm Springs, California
Full-Time
Description: **SIGN ON BONUS $2500 for FT LVN**
The LVN is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. (3/12's or 4/10's, can discuss during interview)
Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
Implements current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved plan of care initiated by the registered nurse, as required.
Responds to urgent and family/patients calls, as required.
Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
Participates in the coordination of Hospice/PC services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for Hospice/PC interdisciplinary group members i.e. PT, OT, ST, dietitian etc.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality management program.
Performs other duties as assigned.
(10223)
Requirements:
Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of California.
One year experience as an LVN.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care. Understands the philosophy of hospice concept preferred.
Demonstrates the ability to use good verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to work as a team member.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Current California driver's license and proof of insurance.
RN Triage, FHC ($5,000 Sign On Bonus)
Palm Springs, California
Full-Time
Description: Provides telephonic triage and direct patient care after normal business hours. Follows care plan, provides treatments, and works collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. Directs and supervises LVN's as necessary.
Provides direct patient care and telephonic triage, as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
Responds to urgent and family/patients calls during "after normal business hours" through collaboration with on-call contracted answering service.
Directs and supervises LVN's to respond to on-call needs and patient visits.
Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care, including submission to the of office.
Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for hospice interdisciplinary group members (CHHA, OT, PT, MSW, Dietitian, Manager, ST).
Ensures medications profiled with HP in a timely manner and DME ordered as appropriate.
Assist with the continuity of care/changes in LOC (GIP/Respite/Routine SNF admissions) and discharge planning from facilities as required.
Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
(10525)
Requirements:
Resides in Southern California area.
Current California RN license required.
Minimum of one year clinical nursing experience required. Previous Home health or hospice experience required.
Understanding of guidelines and scope of nursing practice.
Able to effectively communicate with all team members and customers.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision to ensure that patient care is adequate and appropriate.
Able to work as part of interdisciplinary team to effectively manage patient care.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Current drivers license and proof of insurance required.
Licensed Vocational Nurse ($2,500 Sign On Bonus) FHC
Palm Springs, California
Full-Time
Description: **SIGN ON BONUS $2500 for FT LVN** (Former and current employees are not eligible for sign on bonus)
The LVN is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. (3/12's or 4/10's, can discuss during interview)
Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
Implements current nursing practice following a patient assessment and an approved plan of care initiated by the registered nurse, as required.
Responds to urgent and family/patients calls, as required.
Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
Participates in the coordination of Hospice/PC services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for Hospice/PC interdisciplinary group members i.e. PT, OT, ST, dietitian etc.
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality management program.
Performs other duties as assigned.
(10223)
Requirements:
Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of California.
One year experience as an LVN.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care. Understands the philosophy of hospice concept preferred.
Demonstrates the ability to use good verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to work as a team member.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Current California driver's license and proof of insurance.
RN Case Manager, FHC ($5,000 SIGN ON BONUS)
Palm Springs, California
Full-Time
Description: The RN Case Manager is the member of the interdisciplinary team who is the pivotal person in identifying the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient and family. He/She initiates appropriate intervention and support for the patient and family upon admission and provides a continuously appropriate, comprehensive and responsive plan of care.
Coordinates the patient’s and families care and services including those of the team, social worker, chaplain, home health aide, volunteer and physician.
Responds necessary information to the Team Manager.
Monitors the re-certification process.
Participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as indicated.
Documentation is complete, accurate and timely.
Ensures and documents appropriate use of the medications, durable medical equipment and supplies.
Educates patients, families and other caregivers.
Provides skilled nursing as determined by the interdisciplinary plan of care.
Updates care plan regularly and integrates plan of care with any new changes in patient condition.
Appropriately utilizes the skills and resources of contract personnel such as PT, OT, Dietary, Speech and Pharmacy.
Performs on site evaluations of Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) and volunteers.
Participates in the on-call rotation, weekends and holiday schedules if situation arises.
Integrates Quality Improvement results into the established plan of care.
Participates in the orientation of new team members and / or act as a preceptor to nursing students as assigned by the Team Manager.
Attends regularly scheduled in-services and educational conferences.
Performs other duties as assigned.
(10221)
Requirements:
Resides in Southern California area.
Current/valid Registered Nurse licensed in the State of California.
Registered Nurse shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year experience as a professional nurse within the last (3) years and holds a current CA RN license. Previous experience in hospice or home health preferred.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care.
Demonstrates the ability to use good listening and communication skills.
Able to multi-task effectively.
Capacity to relate and work as a member of an IDT.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Current California driver's license and proof of insurance.
Social Worker, MSW (FHC) - Per Diem
Palm Springs, California
Per Diem
Description: The Masters level Social Worker (MSW) is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team whose primary function is to: assess, evaluate, and develop short and long term goals with their member/family with minimal direction. Provide diagnostic assessments of the psychological and economic needs of the member/family unit, define social service goals for alleviating these needs and help provide both the counseling, resources and casework needed to meet these goals.
Exercise discretion, use independent judgment and perform thorough assessment of psychosocial, mental health, finances and support of the family system which could potentially effect coordination of member care. (This includes understanding insurance benefits/coverage, Medi-Cal, etc.). Assessments will be completed within specified time frames for the Palliative Care and Family Hospice Care programs.
Screen for depression, anxiety and other mental illness and assist with facilitation to Mental Health provider as per health plan benefit. In addition and as appropriate, the Palliative Care social worker, will establish services with the Behavioral Health clinic per protocol.
Determine appropriate interventions needed and communicate with the Interdisciplinary Group to ensure positive member outcomes while coordinating immediate and long term goals.
Provide psycho-social and emotional support by acting as a liaison between the member, family, Interdisciplinary Group and any other appropriate parties in the Family Hospice Care/Desert Oasis Healthcare system or community to assure well informed health care decisions and continuity of care.
Participates in the preparation, evaluation and implementation of the Interdisciplinary Group and develop a plan of care to assure the highest quality of social services is offered to members/families, as well as follow-up. Educates, coordinates and/or facilitates with the member and/or family any needed community resources.
Assist RN Case Manager with member/family education regarding “Life Planning”. This includes completion of POLST, Advance Directive, Serious Illness Discussion, Funeral Plans if applicable and Long Term Care plan. In addition, the Palliative Care social worker will update the Life Planning Template in the EMR and the Hospice social worker will update the entire plan in the EMR and at every IDG.
Perform detailed documentation of assessments, follow-up and coordination of care will be completed in the electronic medical record according to organizational policy.
Utilize work time and resources effectively and efficiently, complete assigned tasks within specified time limits while maintaining high productivity.
Be available for attending deaths and/or telephone call to the bereaved within 5 days of death.
Participates in on-call rotation.
Participates in mandatory and one voluntary in-service education program.
Perform other duties as assigned.
(10219)
Requirements:
Master of Social Worker Degree (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and clinical experience relevant to the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Licensure if Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
One year of social work experience in a health care setting.
Knowledge of stress of repeated loss as well as to provide support to the rest of the team. Knowledge of community resources and the ability to utilize these resources. Knowledge of the end of life process and bereavement. Knowledge of non-invasive pain and symptom control.
Demonstrates the ability to use good listening and communication skills.
Able to multi-task effectively.
Capacity to relate and work as a member of an IDG.
Current California driver's license and proof of insurance.
Travel required.
Spiritual Counselor-FHC Per-Diem
Palm Springs, California
Per Diem
Description: The Spiritual Counselor provides for the spiritual needs of patients, families, caregivers, and staff, including volunteers. Provides pastoral care interventions, which are determined by spiritual assessment, the specific setting, and sensitivity to a variety of values, beliefs, and religious orientations. Accountable for the delivery of bereavement services by the team to the patient and family.
Provides pastoral/bereavement care as determined by spiritual assessment and the interdisciplinary team plan of care.
Acts as liaison between patient/family, local clergy and the interdisciplinary team.
Attends IDG meetings to provide spiritual input to the plan of care and to assist with spiritual and emotional issues for the team.
Maintains appropriate, timely and relevant documentation in EMR.
Provides education, training and spiritual support to staff, facility and patients/families.
Networks with community resources and represents FHC within the local community in a positive manner.
Participates in CQI activities as assigned by the QAPI committee.
Assist Bereavement Coordinator with grief and community outreach as needed.
Completes initial assessment timely per policy.
Be available for attending deaths, as needed.
Other duties as assigned
(10227)
Requirements:
Resides in Southern California area.
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution. Master of Divinity from an accredited school preferred. A minimum of 1 unit (400 hours), preferable two or more of clinical pastoral education (CPE) accredited by one of the following: A) Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, B) National Association of Catholic spiritual Counselors or C)Canadian Association for Pastoral Education. Equivalencies to CPE may include one of the following: Evidence of clinical pastoral care educational experience, which includes supervision of ministry, peer group participation, and theological reflection. AAMFT, AAPC or AMHC certification is preferred.
Two years of pastoral experience preferred. One year of which has been in a clinical setting. Full standing with Ordination is preferred.
Knowledge of and skill in dealing with the spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death.
Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Good organizational skills.
Ability to give spiritual care to all denominations and faiths without prejudice. Ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Valid drivers' license and proof of insurance. May be waived if assigned to an office position that does not require driving.
