RN-HOSPICE-Jefferson Davis & Covington County, Hattiesburg

Company: Forrest Health
Location: Hattiesburg
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

Will cover Jefferson Davis County, Covington County, and some Hattiesburg area.RN is a member of the patient care team within the Hospice Department and is directly accountable to the Patient Care Manager. The position requires that the individual be clinically competent. Responsible as case manager of patient's plan of care as applicable. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.Performance Expectations:Demonstrate ability to perform wound care on patients with complicated wounds using appropriate dressings. Demonstrate ability to oversee mediction admininistration in the home setting by oral, peripeheral and IV pump administration. Demonstrate ability to to enter all patient charting in EMR.Education: Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.Work Experience: Minimum one year medical/surgical nursing preferred.Certifcation/Licensure: Current license to practice in State of Mississippi required. Current certification in CPR required. Current Mississippi driver's license and proof of automobile insurance required.

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