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Job Title: Home Hospice R.N.
Years of Experience: 2 years in Nursing preferred
Education Level: Licensed to practice in KY
FLSA Status: Exempt and Non-exempt
FTE Status: Full-Time/Part-Time/PRN
Reports to: Clinical Manager
Date: Update August 2025
JOB SUMMARY
The R.N. is a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), working under the general direction of the CNO, Home Team or IPU Clinical Manager, to provide skilled nursing assessment, planning, and care to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families. They identify patient/family needs and provide direct care in accordance with physician’s orders and the patient’s individual plan of care. Candidate must have a current unrestricted RN license to practice in the state of KY.
ROLE
The RN is the case manager of the patients care, establishing the plan of care with direct input from the other members of the IDG, the physician, the patient and family/CG. The successful candidate helps establish the written patient record, directs other clinical staff with patient care, maintains contact with the patient’s physician for condition changes and/or medications, and reports to the Clinical Manager (Home Team or IPU) as warranted.
RESPONSIBILITES (not limited to)
– To assume primary responsibility for patient/family assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing process.
– To initiate communication with the physician, hospice staff members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate care and use of resources for the patient and family/caregivers.
– To maintain regular communication with the Clinical Manager especially for unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.
– To maintain regular communication with the attending physician or medical director concerning patients and their families/caregivers.
– To obtain data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporate data into the care plan.
– To maintain up-to-date patient records so that problems, plan, action, and goals, are accurate and clearly stated and reflect changes, as they occur.
– To seek input from the team members and families regarding the patient plan of care, to obtain additional knowledge and support.
– To accept responsibility for coordinating physical care of the patient by teaching primary caregivers and employed caregivers on providing direct care.
– To attend IDT meetings and facilitate discussion of issues for full staff review, consultation, and evaluation.
– To supervise and document the home health aide every fourteen (14) days.
– To assume the role of on call nurse when responding to patients/families of other staff nurses during on-call time, or as requested by the Clinical Manager to fill patient/family needs during the absence of other staff nurses.
– To share in providing 24-hour, seven-day a week on-call coverage to patients/families as needed.
– To provide appropriate support at time of death.
– To participate in agency and community programs as requested to promote professional growth and understanding of hospice care.
– To demonstrate familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of the State and Federal bodies which aid in determining policies.
– To maintain confidentiality of patient and families at all times.
– To promote hospice care and philosophy in community, as the situation arises.
– To evaluate potential patients for hospice care in an alternative setting.
– To comply with accepted professional standards and principles.
– Other duties as assigned.
RESULTS
Quality patient and family care is the primary focus of the care of the hospice nurse. The nurse promotes patient comfort and symptom control, to increase the quality of the final days of life for their patients. These patients learn to trust their nurse and depend on him/her to achieve comfort and quality of life. Candidate is a strong patient advocate, and assists with completing last wishes/plans of the patient.
REQUIREMENTS
This position requires a current unrestricted RN license to work in the state of Kentucky. It is preferred, that the RN have two (2) years of experience as a nurse with a year preferably in an acute care setting. Hospice or home health experience is a plus. This position requires the ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and their families, the ability to cope with patient/family emotional stress and tolerance of varying lifestyles, cultural and religious beliefs. They must be able to exercise judgment and discretion in confidential matters and be willing to work closely with other professionals in a team setting.
RELATIONSHIPS
The RN is the manager of the patient care team, under the direction of the Clinical Manager. However, for quality patient/family care, he/she must work closely and effectively with the other members of the team. These internal relationships are based on mutual trust and respect, with the focus on the patients and their families. The RN will, also, need to cultivate other internal relationships.
This position may require developing relationships outside the hospice staff, including vendors and other professional healthcare staff. The Hospice RN will be in the community eye and will need to promote and build these relationships. These external relationships will help increase the use of hospice care and knowledge of hospice throughout the community, therefore helping many more people.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, stretching or lifting, and full range of body motion. This position requires the ability to work under high stress conditions for long periods of time. Requires corrected vision, ability to hear normal range of voice, drive, and negotiate steps, walkways or housing not designed for handicap access. May require contact with individuals with communicable disease and body fluids. Occasionally, requires maneuvering items weighing over 100 pounds. Able to work in normal office environment, use office equipment, and prepare written reports.
Job Title: Home Hospice R.N.
Years of Experience: 2 years in Nursing, preferred
Education Level: Licensed to practice in KY
FLSA Status: Exempt and Non-
FTE Status: Full-Time/Part-Time/PRN exempt
Date: Update July 2022 Reports to: Nursing Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY
The R.N. is a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), working under the general direction of the ADCS, Director of Clinical Services and Medical Director to provide skilled nursing assessment, planning, and care to maximize the comfort and health of patients and families. She/he identifies patient/family needs, and provides direct care in accordance with physician’s orders and the patient’s individual plan of care. He/she must have a current RN license to practice in the state of KY.
ROLE
The RN is the case manager of the patients care, establishing the plan of care with direct input from the other members of the IDG, the physician, the patient and family/CG. He/she helps establish the written patient record, directs other clinical staff with patient care, maintains contact with the patient’s physician for condition changes and/or medications, and reports to the DCS as warranted.
RESPONSIBILITES (not limited to)
· To assume primary responsibility for patient/family assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing process.
· To initiate communication with the physician, hospice staff members, and other agencies as needed to coordinate care and use of resources for the patient and family/caregivers.
· To maintain regular communication with the Assistant DCS or Director of Clinical Services, especially for unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.
· To maintain regular communication with the attending physician or medical director concerning patients and their families/caregivers.
· To obtain data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporate data into the care plan.
· To maintain up-to-date patient records so that problems, plan, action, and goals, are accurate and clearly stated and reflect changes, as they occur.
· To seek input from the team members and families regarding the patient plan of care, to obtain additional knowledge and support.
· To accept responsibility for coordinating physical care of the patient by teaching primary caregivers and employed caregivers on providing direct care.
· To attend IDT meetings and facilitate discussion of issues for full staff review, consultation, and evaluation.
· To supervise and document the home health aide every fourteen (14) days.
· To assume the role of associate nurse when responding to patients/families of other staff nurses during on-call time, or as requested by the Assistant DCS and/or the Director of Clinical Services to fill patient/family needs during the absence of other staff nurses.
· To share in providing 24-hour, seven-day a week on-call coverage to patients/families.
· To provide appropriate support at time of death.
· To participate in agency and community programs as requested to promote professional growth and understanding of hospice care.
· To demonstrate familiarity with policies of the agency and rules and regulations of the State and Federal bodies which aid in determining policies.
· To maintain confidentiality of patient and families at all times.
· To promote hospice care and philosophy in community, as the situation arises.
· To evaluate potential patients for hospice care in an alternative setting.
· To comply with accepted professional standards and principles.
· Other duties as assigned.
RESULTS
Quality patient and family care is the primary focus of the care of the hospice nurse. The nurse promotes patient comfort and symptom control, to increase the quality of the final days of life for their patients. These patients learn to trust their nurse and depend on him/her to achieve comfort and quality of life. He/she is a strong patient advocate, and assists with completing last wishes/plans of the patient.
REQUIREMENTS
This position requires a current RN license to work in the state of Kentucky. It is preferred, that the RN have two (2) years of experience as a nurse with a year preferably in an acute care setting. Hospice or home health experience is a plus. This position requires the ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and their families, the ability to cope with patient/family emotional stress and tolerant of varying lifestyles, cultural and religious beliefs. He/she must be able to exercise judgment and discretion in confidential matters and be willing to work closely with other professionals in a team setting.
RELATIONSHIPS
The RN is the manager of the patient care team, under the direction of the DCS and physician/Medical Director. However, for quality patient/family care, he/she must work closely and effectively with the other members of the team. These internal relationships are based on mutual trust and respect, with the focus on the patients and their families. He/she will, also, need to cultivate other internal relationships, with secretaries, management, volunteers, etc.
This position may require developing relationships outside the hospice staff, including vendors and other professional healthcare staff. The Hospice RN will be in the community eye and will need to promote and build these relationships. These external relationships will help increase the use of hospice care and knowledge of hospice throughout the community, therefore helping many more people.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, stretching or lifting, and full range of body motion. This position requires the ability to work under high stress conditions for long periods of time. Requires corrected vision, ability to hear normal range of voice, drive, and negotiate steps, walkways or housing not designed for handicap access. May require contact with individuals with communicable disease and body fluids. Occasionally, requires maneuvering items weighing over 100 pounds. Able to work in normal office environment, use office equipment, and prepare written reports.
Benefits:
-401(k)
– 401(k) matching
– Dental insurance
– Health insurance
– Life insurance
– Paid time off
– Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Have you been previously employed by Hospice of Southern Kentucky?
Work Location: In person
Hospice House CNA – Night Shift
Job description:
The Hospice House CNA is based at our in-patient 10 bed facility. This role is full-time.
The Hospice House CNA position requires a health care professional who can make critical decisions autonomously, provide empathetic care, manage a variety of needs, and communicate effectively, both with patients and families, and with the HSK team.
The Hospice House CNA will be a valued member of the HSK Hospice House Team and will have immediate access to the fellow team members at the Home Team, as well as to resources at the House, in the execution of his/her duties.
Job Title: Hospice Aide
Years’ Experience: None
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
FTE Status: Full-time Night Shift: 7:00 pm – 7:30 am
Education Level: CNA Training and Certificate
Reports to: IPU Manager
Date: Revised June 2022
JOB SUMMARY
An important member of the IDT, the Hospice Aide provides care to the hospice patient at a vulnerable time. The patient depends on and puts great trust in this person. One of the goals of the position is to make the patient feel clean and comfortable.
ROLE
The Hospice Aide provides personal care, which includes bathing, dressing, hair care, and oral care, as the patient or caregiver desires. His/her assignment is planned and directed by the RN.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES (but not limited to)
– Personal care: bathing in the shower, tub or from a basin, shave upon request
– Skin care: applying lotions and barrier creams, simple make up
– Hair care: shampooing and drying, combing, brushing, simple styling
– Oral care: brushing teeth, cleaning dentures, mouth care with swabs and chap stick
– Nail care: cleaning, applying polish per pt request
– Dressing patient, as directed by patient or caregiver
– ROM exercises, as directed by the RN
– Assist patient with ambulation, as directed by the RN
– Turning and positioning patient
– Feeding patient as needed
– Changing bed linens
– Straighten patient room
– Documentation of care provided
– Confidentiality
– Attend IDT meetings, when possible
– Maintain safe environment, reporting any concerns to the RN
– Other duties as assigned
– Responsibilities DO NOT include: giving medications, discussing spiritual or psychosocial needs, getting involved in family decisions, nor sharing the aide’s own personal information or problems with the patient or family.
Other duties performed are to assist with care for the facility:
– Removing dirty linen to linen cart
– Removing trash from patient rooms and public areas
– Straightening and cleaning the family kitchen, as needed
– Restocking linens and supplies in patient rooms
– Delivering food trays, on occasion
RESULTS
– Patient will be neat and clean
– Patient will be safe
– Assistance for the family or caregiver
– Well-kept facility
REQUIREMENTS (of Position)
– CNA training
– Time management and organization
– Strong interpersonal skills
– Good communication skills
– Must be a team player
RELATIONSHIPS
During the bathing process our patients are exposed, which makes them feel vulnerable. This position requires tenderness and compassion to diminish these feelings, whenever possible. When the patient feels safe, they feel less vulnerable, developing trust in the Hospice Aide and the RN. The Hospice Aide is an important member of the team and needs to communicate with the team whenever there are changes in the patient’s condition or a decline in the patient’s abilities to assist with their own care. These findings are significant and may help justify the patient’s appropriateness for hospice care.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, stretching or lifting, and full range of body motion. This position requires the ability to work under high stress conditions for long periods of time. Requires corrected vision, ability to hear normal range of voice, drive, and negotiate steps, walkways or housing not designed for handicap access. May require contact with individuals with communicable disease and body fluids. Occasionally, requires maneuvering items weighing over 100 pounds. Able to work in normal office environment, use office equipment, and prepare written reports.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
– 401(k)
– 401(k) matching
– Dental insurance
– Health insurance
– Life insurance
– Paid time off
– Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Have you worked at Hospice of Southern Kentucky before?
Work Location: In person
Job Title: Night Shift CNA
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
FTE Status: Full-time Night Shift: 7:00 pm – 7:30 am
Education Level: CNA Training and Certificate
Reports to: IPU Manager
Date: Revised June 2022
Job description:
The Hospice House CNA is based at our in-patient 10 bed facility. This role is full-time.
The Hospice House CNA position requires a health care professional who can make critical decisions autonomously, provide empathetic care, manage a variety of needs, and communicate effectively, both with patients and families, and with the HSK team.
The Hospice House CNA will be a valued member of the HSK Hospice House Team and will have immediate access to the fellow team members at the Home Team, as well as to resources at the House, in the execution of his/her duties.
JOB SUMMARY
An important member of the IDT, the Hospice Aide provides care to the hospice patient at a vulnerable time. The patient depends on and puts great trust in this person. One of the goals of the position is to make the patient feel clean and comfortable.
ROLE
The Hospice Aide provides personal care, which includes bathing, dressing, hair care, and oral care, as the patient or caregiver desires. His/her assignment is planned and directed by the RN.
RESPONSIBILITIES/Duties (but not limited to)
– Personal care: bathing in the shower, tub or from a basin, shave upon request
– Skin care: applying lotions and barrier creams, simple make up
– Hair care: shampooing and drying, combing, brushing, simple styling
– Oral care: brushing teeth, cleaning dentures, mouth care with swabs and chap stick
– Nail care: cleaning, applying polish per pt request
– Dressing patient, as directed by patient or caregiver
– ROM exercises, as directed by the RN
– Assist patient with ambulation, as directed by the RN
– Turning and positioning patient
– Feeding patient as needed
– Changing bed linens
– Straighten patient room
– Documentation of care provided
– Confidentiality
– Attend IDT meetings, when possible
– Maintain safe environment, reporting any concerns to the RN
– Other duties as assigned
Responsibilities DO NOT include: giving medications, discussing spiritual or psychosocial needs, getting involved in family decisions, nor sharing the aide’s own personal information or problems with the patient or family.
– Other duties performed are to assist with care for the facility:
– Removing dirty linen to linen cart
– Removing trash from patient rooms and public areas
– Straightening and cleaning the family kitchen, as needed
– Restocking linens and supplies in patient rooms
– Delivering food trays, on occasion
RESULTS
-Patient will be neat and clean
– Patient will be safe
– Assistance for the family or caregiver
– Well-kept facility
REQUIREMENTS (of Position)
– CNA training
– Time management and organization
– Strong interpersonal skills
– Good communication skills
– Must be a team player
RELATIONSHIPS
During the bathing process our patients are exposed, which makes them feel vulnerable. This position requires tenderness and compassion to diminish these feelings, whenever possible. When the patient feels safe, they feel less vulnerable, developing trust in the Hospice Aide and the RN. The Hospice Aide is an important member of the team and needs to communicate with the team whenever there are changes in the patient’s condition or a decline in the patient’s abilities to assist with their own care. These findings are significant and may help justify the patient’s appropriateness for hospice care.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, stretching or lifting, and full range of body motion. This position requires the ability to work under high stress conditions for long periods of time. Requires corrected vision, ability to hear normal range of voice, drive, and negotiate steps, walkways or housing not designed for handicap access. May require contact with individuals with communicable disease and body fluids. Occasionally, requires maneuvering items weighing over 100 pounds. Able to work in normal office environment, use office equipment, and prepare written reports.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
– 401(k)
– 401(k) matching
– Dental insurance
– Health insurance
– Life insurance
– Paid time off
– Vision insurance