Job Description
Northern Light Home Care and Hospice Department: Hospice - Ellsworth Position is located: Northern Light Home Care and Hospice Ellsworth Work Type: Full Time Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Summary The Registered Nurse- Hos Outreach is a fully proficient practitioner of nursing. The incumbent is responsible for the practice of nursing according to the Rules and Regulations defined in the State of Maine Nurse Practice Act, Northern Light Health Standards of Care/Practice, policies and procedures. The Registered Nurse- Hos Outreach is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients, and for the supervision of other qualified staff to whom the Registered Nurse- Hos Outreach has delegated patient care in the exercise of his/her independent judgment. The nurse plans and evaluates the nursing care for patients and families and exercises independent judgment in implementing the care him/herself or assigning the care to other qualified staff. The nurse addresses physical, spiritual, emotional and educational needs of the patient, and coordinates the plan of care with other healthcare professionals. The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job. Responsibilities Patient Safety - Promotes a safe and therapeutic environment by understanding and complying with agency policies/procedures and national safety goals and identifying and communicating workarounds that have a potential impact on patient safety. Recognized by peers as a resource in location, operation, care and troubleshooting of agency equipment independently Clinical Assessments - Performs and documents comprehensive and holistic assessments. Interprets and responds to abnormal diagnostic data. Anticipates potential emergency situations and intervenes safely with assistance if needed Caring & Code of Condu