Job Description

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Guides patients in later phases of illness through the healthcare system and end-of-life processes by leading care coordination of interdisciplinary care team

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes nursing skills to assess patient and family needs and develop a palliative plan of care; communicates plan of care with all care providers working with patient and family; collaborates with physicians to ensure successful medical management of stressful symptoms; assists in development of the care plan in conjunction with the attending physician, case managers, nurses, chaplains, dietary, Massage Therapists and other health care professionals; leads weekly interdisciplinary meetings to facilitate continuity of care by disciplines involved in Palliative Care; coordinates and ensures continuity of palliative care by health care providers in the various settings including long term care, home care and hospice; documents all team interventions; applies legal and ethical principles in the analysis of complex issues in end of life care, recognizing the influence of personal values, professional codes and patient preferences; maintains clinical database of patients and families served through palliative care teams
• Acts as advocate for patient and family wishes within the healthcare system; communicates effectively and compassionately with patient, family and interdisciplinary team about end of life issues; develops partnerships with key leadership stakeholders, physicians, department managers and targeted community resources/agencies that promote palliative care quality and process improvements for patients and families
• Participates in community education around end-of-life needs and issues; informally educates patients, providers and other departments within the network on complex care procedures, pain and symptom management
• Incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery

Employment Qualifications

Education Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Required Minimum Education:

4 Year Bachelor Degree

Specialty/Major:

Nursing

Preferred Education:

Graduate Degree (Masters)

Specialty/Major:

Nursing

Licensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.

Licensure/Certification Required:

Current nursing license in the State of Ohio

BLS- through American Heart Association required

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

Hold national certification in clinical specialty or leadership within 6 months of eligibility

Minimum Years and Type of Experience:

Minimum of two years working with people in the later phases of the active disease process

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences; strong organization and detail orientation skills; prior experience working in protocol/pathway driven environments; strong critical thinking skills

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Palliative Care - Fairfield

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.