Registered Nurse Hospice Visit Nurse

Summary

Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician, interdisciplinary team, and protocols using a patient‑family centered approach. Performs skilled treatments and interventions as ordered by the physician. Provides patient and caregiver education aimed at achieving patient goals and outcomes under the direction of the RN Case Manager and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Job Duties

• Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment established by the physician, interdisciplinary team, and protocols using a patient‑family centered approach. Performs comprehensive subjective and objective ongoing assessments of patient’s status that includes physical, psychosocial and environmental parameters. Relays significant changes in patient status to the physician, RN Case Manager, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team as appropriate in a time period consistent with patient needs.
• Reviews, evaluates, and, as appropriate, revises the established plan of care to reflect progress toward achieving patient outcomes/goals in collaboration with the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary team.
• Provides educational opportunities for patients, families, and clinical staff focusing on end‑of‑life issues, palliative care, advance directives, chronic disease management, pain management, symptom control, home care, hospice, and discharge planning. Promotes patient/caregiver autonomy. Evaluates effectiveness of teaching and modifies education based on patient needs and goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma NLN approved/accredited nursing program
• 1 year recent experience providing direct care in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of patient education techniques and principles
• Ability to take initiative and function independently without direct supervision and as a member of the care team
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments
• Knowledge of Conditions of Participation
• Ability to facilitate difficult and complex communication related to goals of care
• Highly skilled in verbal and non‑verbal communication
• Exhibit excellent time management and organization skills
• BLS – Basic Life Support AHA – American Heart Association within 30 days
• RN – Licensed Registered Nurse; PA – State of Pennsylvania upon hire
• DL – Driver’s License – State of Pennsylvania upon hire or

DL – Driver’s License – State of New Jersey upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Nursing or Bachelor’s Degree Nursing
• 1 year experience as a home health or hospice Registered Nurse
• Knowledge of and skill in completing data set collection with a high level of accuracy
• Knowledge and ability to navigate multiple computer applications and EMR platforms
• AMB‑BC – Ambulatory Care Nursing – Board Certified – American Nurses Credentialing Center within 3 years
• CHPN – Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse – Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association within 3 years

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40‑50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient’s weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8‑10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 2024 Lehigh St, Allentown, PA

Primary Location: Allentown – 2024 Lehigh Street

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: Saturday/Sunday/Monday: 8:00 am – 8:30 pm; 3 out of 4 weekends

Department: 1004‑08007 Hospice Skilled Nursing – LVHSO