Capstone Job Openings

To provide nursing care to the terminally ill Hospice patient as needed. To provide assistance and understanding to the family in the home care situation and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care.

Full Time

Only full-time employees eligible

401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance

• Educational/Degree: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Training/Licensure: Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
• Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to supervise others appropriately. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes. Completes Hospice training program.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

Physical Requirements
Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Mental Requirements
Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Working Conditions
Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.

Transportation
Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

1. Manage a typical caseload of 10-14 home and community-based hospice patients, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
2. Patient caseload located in Fulton, Cobb, Cherokee, & Dekalb counties.
3. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
4. Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
5. Organizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetings.
6. Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
7. Documents visits in electronic medical record system (WellSky Consolo)
8. Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
9. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
10. Attends team conferences.
11. Coordinates the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICF or MR.
12. Works with interdisciplinary group concept of patient care.
13. Follows the policies and procedures of Hospice. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
14. Complies with agency infection control policies and protocols.

To provide nursing care to the terminally ill Hospice patient as needed. To provide assistance and understanding to the family in the home care situation and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care.

Full Time

Only full-time employees eligible

401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance

• Educational/Degree: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Training/Licensure: Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
• Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to supervise others appropriately. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes. Completes Hospice training program.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

Physical Requirements
Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Mental Requirements
Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Working Conditions
Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.

Transportation
Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

1. Manage a typical caseload of 10-14 home and community-based hospice patients, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
2. Patient caseload located in North Fulton & Forsyth counties.
3. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
4. Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
5. Organizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetings.
6. Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
7. Documents visits in electronic medical record system (WellSky Consolo)
8. Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
9. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
10. Attends team conferences.
11. Coordinates the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICF or MR.
12. Works with interdisciplinary group concept of patient care.
13. Follows the policies and procedures of Hospice. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
14. Complies with agency infection control policies and protocols.

To provide nursing care to the terminally ill Hospice patient as needed. To provide assistance and understanding to the family in the home care situation and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care.

Full Time

Only full-time employees eligible

401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance

• Educational/Degree: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Training/Licensure: Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.
• Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to supervise others appropriately. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes. Completes Hospice training program.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

Physical Requirements
Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Mental Requirements
Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Working Conditions
Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.

Transportation
Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

1. Manage a typical caseload of 10-14 home and community-based hospice patients, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
2. Patient caseload located in Cobb and Cherokee counties.
3. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
4. Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
5. Organizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetings.
6. Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.
7. Documents visits in electronic medical record system (WellSky Consolo)
8. Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
9. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition.
10. Attends team conferences.
11. Coordinates the implementation of the plan of care for patients residing in SNF, NF, ICF or MR.
12. Works with interdisciplinary group concept of patient care.
13. Follows the policies and procedures of Hospice. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
14. Complies with agency infection control policies and protocols.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Supervised by: Director
Positions Supervised: Hospice Staff
Interrelationships: Patients, family, IDG and other health care team members

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible as a member of the interdisciplinary and clinical management teams to the Director for the implementation, delivery, coordination and supervision of Hospice services delivered by respective team consistent with Hospice policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational/Degree: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Training/Licensure: Currently licensed as a registered nurse to practice in the state.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to supervise others appropriately. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.

JOB FACTORS

Physical Requirements

Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100 pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Mental Requirements

Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Working Conditions

Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.

TRANSPORTATION

Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Supervise the planning, coordination and delivery of the interdisciplinary group interventions.
2. Assign patient/family to appropriate staff member(s).
3. Participate and provide leadership in the team for regular interdisciplinary group meetings; the development, review and revision of the patient/family plan of care; facilitation of problem solving sessions; and delivery of team support.
4. Implement and monitor compliance with policies and procedures.
5. Serve as a member of the management team in order to address problems associated with the delivery of services and staff development needs, to put forth suggestions for appropriate additions/changes in policies and procedures and to give peer input to enhance and improve the management function.
6. Supervise the maintenance of medical records assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with licensing regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards.
7. Provide supervision of support and clerical staff in cooperation with other members of the management team.
8. Oversee clinical supervision of nursing personnel, Hospice Aides and Homemakers.
9. Conduct appropriate supervisory visits which allow for clinical observation of performance of assigned team members.
10. Provide information for inclusion in written performance evaluations for all staff assigned to team in cooperation with appropriate members of the management team.
11. Provide leadership and counsel to nursing personnel to measurably enhance staff development.
12. Identify need for staff education and assist in the development of inservice programs for interdisciplinary group.
13. Assist in education/training programs.
14. Participate in orientation of new personnel as appropriate to team responsibilities.
15. Perform specific assignments as directed by the Director.
16. Regularly assesses and reassesses the nursing needs of the Hospice patient.
17. Provides Hospice nursing services, treatments and preventive procedures.
18. Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.
19. Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor’s orders.
20. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.