WVU Medicine
RN - Supervisor Hospice
WVU Medicine is seeking an RN - Supervisor Hospice to assist the Director in planning, directing, supervising, and monitoring department activities to achieve optimum patient care by meeting established goals and objectives.
In the absence of the Director, this role will plan, direct, supervise, and monitor the activities of the department to achieve optimum patient care, coordinating activities with the Medical Staff, Administration, families, ancillary services, and community agencies to enhance total patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Certification, and/or Licensure
Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi‑state Registered Nurse license through the eNLC.
Valid driver’s license.
CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.
Experience
Three (3) years of progressive Registered Nurse experience.
Two (2) years Hospice experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education, Certification, and/or Licensure
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Experience
Two (2) years of previous experience in a hospital/home care/hospice leadership role preferred (such as charge nurse, or documentation of strong leadership while functioning as a staff nurse).
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain working relationships with patients, families, staff, physicians, and referral sources.
Take phone calls and make appropriate documentation of these calls.
Obtain orders from physicians as needed.
Assist with critical lab reporting/monitoring.
Communicate patient care problems or potential problems to the Director to assure continuity and coordination of care.
Assume on‑call responsibility per policy/procedure.
Perform essential functions of the RN.
Document patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas, as defined by the documentation policy and procedure.
Monitor supervisory reports for LPH/HHA compliance.
Complete and document full system assessment, including physical and psychosocial aspects and identify age‑specific criteria upon admission and each visit thereafter. Monitor staff patient care practices.
Perform CPR when directed.
Demonstrate the ability to order and maintain equipment according to the policy and procedure manual.
Demonstrate bag technique per policy and procedure.
Perform and monitor patient teaching according to the policy and procedure.
Coordinate care so that medications are administered as ordered by a physician and in compliance with the medication administration policy and procedure.
Consult with the Director on difficult cases.
Assist in orienting new staff to the role as needed.
Exercise independent professional judgment by identifying potential problems and taking appropriate action.
Attend all meetings (as available) including conducting IDT weekly meetings with accountability for compliance.
Monitor faxed labs. Contact physician offices of abnormal labs.
Supervise staff schedule as requested, resolving any problems and keeping orders current.
Assist with duties of the director when out of the office including appropriate work queues and reports.
Maintain schedules to assure adequate coverage, clear patterns, and adequate notice to associates to achieve department outcomes, and oversee productivity.
Upload HIS admission/discharge after Director audit.
Delegate proper tasks to appropriate person with accountability.
Maintain working knowledge of flow‑charting, EPIC, Kronos, Word, and Windows, per department needs.
Assist director with Kronos compliance. Maintain on‑call and holiday schedule.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties throughout the shift.
Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amount of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.
Hearing within normal range is required.
Visual acuity must be within normal range.
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.
Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
Exposure to electrical current.
Exposure to radiation from x‑rays.
Exposure to bad road conditions.
Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.
Work may be performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.
Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity, critical thinking with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations.
Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions, and adapt to varying workloads and assignments on a constant basis.
Ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and collaborate with other multi‑disciplinary team members appropriately.
Ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Math skills to calculate drug dosages and infusion stats.
Availability to work weekends, holidays, and all shifts.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Exempt
Shift: United States of America (Exempt)
Company: SHC WVUHS Home Care
Cost Center: 370 SHC Hospice Clarksburg
Address: 2673 Davisson Run Rd., Clarksburg, West Virginia
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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In the absence of the Director, this role will plan, direct, supervise, and monitor the activities of the department to achieve optimum patient care, coordinating activities with the Medical Staff, Administration, families, ancillary services, and community agencies to enhance total patient care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Certification, and/or Licensure
Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi‑state Registered Nurse license through the eNLC.
Valid driver’s license.
CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.
Experience
Three (3) years of progressive Registered Nurse experience.
Two (2) years Hospice experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education, Certification, and/or Licensure
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Experience
Two (2) years of previous experience in a hospital/home care/hospice leadership role preferred (such as charge nurse, or documentation of strong leadership while functioning as a staff nurse).
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain working relationships with patients, families, staff, physicians, and referral sources.
Take phone calls and make appropriate documentation of these calls.
Obtain orders from physicians as needed.
Assist with critical lab reporting/monitoring.
Communicate patient care problems or potential problems to the Director to assure continuity and coordination of care.
Assume on‑call responsibility per policy/procedure.
Perform essential functions of the RN.
Document patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas, as defined by the documentation policy and procedure.
Monitor supervisory reports for LPH/HHA compliance.
Complete and document full system assessment, including physical and psychosocial aspects and identify age‑specific criteria upon admission and each visit thereafter. Monitor staff patient care practices.
Perform CPR when directed.
Demonstrate the ability to order and maintain equipment according to the policy and procedure manual.
Demonstrate bag technique per policy and procedure.
Perform and monitor patient teaching according to the policy and procedure.
Coordinate care so that medications are administered as ordered by a physician and in compliance with the medication administration policy and procedure.
Consult with the Director on difficult cases.
Assist in orienting new staff to the role as needed.
Exercise independent professional judgment by identifying potential problems and taking appropriate action.
Attend all meetings (as available) including conducting IDT weekly meetings with accountability for compliance.
Monitor faxed labs. Contact physician offices of abnormal labs.
Supervise staff schedule as requested, resolving any problems and keeping orders current.
Assist with duties of the director when out of the office including appropriate work queues and reports.
Maintain schedules to assure adequate coverage, clear patterns, and adequate notice to associates to achieve department outcomes, and oversee productivity.
Upload HIS admission/discharge after Director audit.
Delegate proper tasks to appropriate person with accountability.
Maintain working knowledge of flow‑charting, EPIC, Kronos, Word, and Windows, per department needs.
Assist director with Kronos compliance. Maintain on‑call and holiday schedule.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties throughout the shift.
Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amount of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.
Hearing within normal range is required.
Visual acuity must be within normal range.
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.
Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
Exposure to electrical current.
Exposure to radiation from x‑rays.
Exposure to bad road conditions.
Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.
Work may be performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.
Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity, critical thinking with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations.
Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions, and adapt to varying workloads and assignments on a constant basis.
Ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and collaborate with other multi‑disciplinary team members appropriately.
Ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Math skills to calculate drug dosages and infusion stats.
Availability to work weekends, holidays, and all shifts.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Exempt
Shift: United States of America (Exempt)
Company: SHC WVUHS Home Care
Cost Center: 370 SHC Hospice Clarksburg
Address: 2673 Davisson Run Rd., Clarksburg, West Virginia
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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