“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 Health Home Aide
Palm Springs
Per Diem
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.
Current California Certified Home Health Aide (CHAA) license.
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, Triage (PS) (Weekend Nights)
Palm Springs
Per Diem
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. This is a per diem position, limited to weekend night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM on Fridays and/or Saturdays, based on organizational needs.
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:
Current California RN license required.
Minimum of one year clinical nursing experience required. Previous Home health or hospice experience, preferred.
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.
LVN, Triage
Palm Springs
Full-Time
Description: 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.
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
Palm Springs
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. The RN Case Manager 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.
Reconcile medication with each change of level of care and update the electronic health record and Hospice pharmacy.
Performs other duties as assigned.
(10221)
Requirements:
Current California RN License
1 year experience as a professional nurse, with Diploma, Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), BSN may substitute for 1 year of work experience. Previous experience in hospice or home health, preferred.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals within all levels of the organization, patients, providers, and others.
Ability to work independently. Ability to utilize critical thinking and judgement to problem solve.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Valid California’s Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
RN, Case Manager
Palm Springs
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. The RN Case Manager 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.
Reconcile medication with each change of level of care and update the electronic health record and Hospice pharmacy.
Performs other duties as assigned.
(10221)
Requirements:
Current California RN License
1 year experience as a professional nurse, with Diploma, Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), BSN may substitute for 1 year of work experience. Previous experience in hospice or home health, preferred.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals within all levels of the organization, patients, providers, and others.
Ability to work independently. Ability to utilize critical thinking and judgement to problem solve.
BLS required within 60 days of hire.
Valid California’s Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
