Join our team at Stillwater Hospice!
At Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and good work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
Compensation is based on total years of experience in previous clinical roles.
In this role, you'll care for patients in their homes in the Allen, Wells, and Huntington County area.
Both RN and LPN are encouraged to apply. 32 hours per week.
You will be working 32 hours each week, Monday through Friday, with Weekend rotations.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work-Life Balance and providing Excellent Employee Benefits.
Health Insurance with PPO (preferred provider organization).Dental and Vision Insurance.Flexible Savings Account (FSA).Free Employer Health Clinic (for medical plan participants). Partnership with Parkview Health.Catastrophic Medical Care Plan (qualifications apply).Medical Claims and Healthcare Utilization Management program.A partnership with Wellbridge Surgical, which is a concierge Surgery Center, includes reimbursement of medical plan deductibles and travel (for medical plan participants).Dependent Care Savings Account (DCFSA).TriShare Plus Child Care Cost-Sharing Plan (for qualifying employees).CoShare Child Care Cost-Sharing Plan (for qualifying employees).Generous Paid Time Off.Paid Wellness Days.Time Off for Voting.Paid Parental Leave for Births and Adoptions.403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. Company-provided Basic Life Insurance plus AD&D Insurance.Company-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance.Affordable Term Life Insurance policies are available for employees and family members.Education Incentives & Tuition Discounts with several local Universities.Private Student Loan Assistance Program with Gradify.Support the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness plan as a Qualifying Not-for-Profit Employer.Annual Employee Tuition Assistance Plan, up to $2000.00 per year. Stillwater Hospice Tuition Scholarships, up to $5000.00 per year.A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program for Employees & Family household members.New hire referral Finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.Discounts at the YMCA (multiple included, not just Allen County).POSITION TITLE: RN VISIT NURSE
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Clinical Team Leader
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Performs nursing procedures and care to assigned terminally ill patients by assessing needs and implementing nursing care plans under the coordination of the RN Case Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.Must have a current RN license to practice in the state of Indiana.Must hold current CPR certification or obtain within the orientation period.Must hold current TB certification or obtain within the orientation period.Infusion skills preferredMust be able to provide those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skill.Prefer one (1) year of recent hospital or home health care experience.Must have a current motor vehicle operator’s license and have access to an automobile with current automobile insurance coverage.Must be able to drive independently to all patient/family clients’ homes.Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and/or safety of him/her, or to others in the workplace.Must be comfortable working with hospice patients, with the emphasis on palliative care.Ability to recognize needs and emergencies of hospice and palliative care patients, and provide appropriate interventions.Strong interpersonal skills.Strong assessment skills.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Must be capable of functioning independently in the patient's setting within the scope of the Registered Nurse.Implements Agency policies in all work-related situations; orientation of patient/family to hospice benefit services, including identifying the role of team members.Follow state and agency policy and procedures when legally pronouncing a death. Specifics of the death event will be documented in the clinical record; required information is communicated/submitted to appropriate parties. The patient’s body will be handled with respect and dignity and in accordance with individual patient/family requests.Respect the patient's or family's cultural and religious traditions and beliefs.Recognize and maintain professional boundaries in relationships with the patient/family/caregiver.Documents findings accurately, in a timely manner, and on appropriate forms, in accordance with the Agency's procedures.Delivers nursing care to patients, which includes pain/symptom management, teaching, providing direct care, case management, referral, advocacy, and monitoring.Supervises clinically the care delegated to LPNs, Home Health Aides, CNAs, Companions, and/or Homemakers.Instructs LPNs, Home Health Aides, and/or CNAs on specific patient care procedures within approved policies.Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients/families. This includes the confidentiality of personal matters, patients', coworkers', and the Agency's business.Follows orders from the patient’s physician and informs the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s condition and needs.Demonstrates understanding of hospice philosophy and concept of care and considers the patient/family as a unit of care.Assists with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care.Provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients. Adheres to Agency policies in all work-related situations.Observes, records, and reports to the appropriate person symptoms, reactions, and changes, including:General physical and mental condition of patients, and signs and symptoms that may indicate adverse changes.Stresses in human relationships between patients, between patients and personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors.Orients patient/family to hospice services, including identifying the role of the team member.Anticipates issues related to the patient's impending death and pursues resolution.Remains flexible for patient coverage and accepts responsibility under adverse conditions, such as weather-related crises.Maintains expected and acceptable productivity.Works in a cooperative relationship with other Agency personnel.Seeks appropriate clinical supervision.Participates in the Agency's committees and task forces.Assumes responsibility for continued personal growth and development.Participates in on-call rotation as assigned.Seeks educational opportunities to improve clinical practice and participates in in-service programs.Adheres to all the Agency's policies.Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.Critical Skill Sets and Attitudes:a. Proficient and timely in all aspects of clinical documentation, including computer data entry.
b. Proficient in blood draws, all routine patient treatments (dressing changes, catheters, etc.), pain and symptom management, care of the patient and family, including pediatric and HIV + patients; Mantoux administration.
c. Proficient in all aspects of IV care, including programming of IV pumps, tubing changes, site care, and subcutaneous access.
d. Display compassion, be a team player, have an optimistic outlook, be adaptive, accountable, and customer-driven.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides personal care.Participates in QA by reviewing patient records to ensure compliance.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Must have visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication. Constant.Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/nonverbal communication. Constant.Lifting: Transfer patients into positions where they can perform daily care, personal hygiene, and grooming - Occasional to Frequent.Carrying: Personal hygiene supplies to and from the bathroom to the patient - Occasional.Linen for short distances - OccasionalPushing/pulling/reaching: Readjust patient in bed - Occasional.Standing: While performing patient care - Frequent to Constant.Sitting: While driving to and from the patient’s home - Frequent.Climbing: - Occasional to Frequent. Must be able to climb a minimum of three (3) flights of stairs.Balancing: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs, and for reaching - Occasional to Frequent.Stooping/kneeling/crouching/bending: To perform patient care - Frequent.Handling objects, i.e., soap, shampoo, toothbrush, comb, dressing - Occasional.Fingering: Pen, visit reports - Occasional to Frequent.Opening: Bottles and jars - Frequent.Talking: To communicate with patient and family, and to communicate with supervisor and coworkers - Frequent.Hearing: To communicate with patient, coworkers, patient’s family, and supervisor - Frequent to Constant.Seeing: Constant. The ability to discriminate colors.Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergency situations.Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures, according to Agency policy.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Must be willing to travel between patients in inclement weather.Potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.)Potential exposure to dangerous animals, such as dogs, rodents, etc.Potential exposure to environmental pollutants.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, blood and body fluids, and hazardous waste.Potential exposure to variable temperatures in the working environment.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the office environment, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, and cleaning solvents.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in the patient’s home environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard precautions will be consistently used for all patients. Protective clothing and equipment are provided by the employer at no cost to the employee.Seat belts must be worn when traveling during working hours, per state law.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to location, socioeconomic environment, disease, or ethnic origin.Must exhibit dependability in areas such as attendance, tardiness, and timely performance of duties.Must be willing to make scheduled visits on holidays, weekends, or evenings when assigned.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Read LessJoin our team at Stillwater Hospice!
At Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and good work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
Compensation is based on total years of experience in previous clinical roles.
In this role, you'll care for patients in the 13 counties of the Stillwater Hospice Service area.
You will work in an environment coordinating patient care by receiving and making patient-related telephone calls and communicating patient needs to the physician, patient/family, members of the interdisciplinary team, and other providers of patient care. Hospice and Triage experience preferred.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work/Life Balance and providing Excellent Employee Benefits.
Health Insurance with PPO (preferred provider organization).Dental and Vision Insurance.Flexible Savings Account (FSA).Free Employer Health Clinic (for medical plan participants). Partnership with Parkview Health.Catastrophic Medical Care Plan (qualifications apply).Medical Claims and Healthcare Utilization Management program.A partnership with Wellbridge Surgical, which is a concierge Surgery Center, includes reimbursement of medical plan deductibles and travel (for medical plan participants).Dependent Care Savings Account (DCFSA).TriShare Plus Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees).CoShare Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees).Generous Paid Time Off.Paid Wellness Days.Time Off for Voting.Paid Parental Leave for Births and Adoptions.403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. Company-provided Basic Life Insurance plus AD&D Insurance.Company-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance.Affordable Term Life Insurance policies are available for employees and family members.Education Incentives & Tuition Discounts w/ several local Universities.Private Student Loan Assistance Program with Gradify.Support the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness plan as a Qualifying Not-for-Profit Employer.Annual Employee Tuition Assistance Plan, up to $2000.00 per year. Stillwater Hospice Tuition Scholarships, up to $5000.00 per year.A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program for Employees & Family household members.New hire referral Finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.Discounts at the YMCA (multiple included, not just Allen County).POSITION TITLE: PHONE NURSE
FMLA STATUS: EXEMPT, SALARIED
REPORTS TO: Clinical Team Leader
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Assists the primary RN case manager in the coordination of patient care by receiving and making patient-related telephone calls. Communicates patient needs and changes in the patient’s plan of care to the physician, patient/family, members of the interdisciplinary team, and other providers of patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.Infusion skills preferred.Must have a current LPN or RN license to practice in the state of Indiana.Must be able to provide those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skill.Must have one (1) year of hospital or home health care experience.Must have a current motor vehicle operator’s license and have access to an automobile with current automobile insurance coverage.Must be able to drive independently to all patient/family clients’ homes.Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and/or safety of him/herself or others in the workplace.Must be comfortable working with hospice patients with an emphasis on palliative care.Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Receives and responds to patient-related telephone calls.Recognizes the needs and emergencies of hospice and palliative care patients.Evaluates the outcomes of patient care and communicates with attending MD and/or third-party reimbursement, changes in the patient’s condition, and needs.Communicates changes in the patient’s plan of care to RN case manager, clinical team leader, and others on the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.Coordinates care and services with other health care providers, including pharmacies, durable medical equipment providers, and infusion suppliers.Anticipates problems related to the impending death of the patient and pursues problem resolution with the interdisciplinary team.Documents findings accurately and promptly in the Agency’s electronic documentation system according to the Agency policy.Communicates to designated Agency staff medical supply needs.Recommends utilization of additional Agency services and other community services, as appropriate.Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients/families. This includes confidentiality of personal matters as well as patients’, coworkers’, and the Agency’s business.Implements Agency policies, including clinical policies and procedures, in all work-related situations.Serves as a back-up to the admissions department to assist with intake and referral of new patients, and entering referral information in the electronic documentation system.Delivers nursing care to patients as needed, which includes initial assessment, evaluation/admission visit, pain/symptom management, teaching, providing direct care, referral, advocacy, and monitoring.Functions independently in the patient’s setting when assigned.Works in a cooperative relationship with other Agency personnel.Seeks appropriate clinical supervision when necessary.Participates in the Agency’s committees and task forces as requested.Assumes responsibility for continued personal growth and development.Seeks educational opportunities to improve practice and participates in in-service programs.Adheres to all Agency policies.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.Critical Skill Sets and Attitudes:Proficient and timely in all aspects of clinical documentation, including computer data entry.Proficient in blood draws, all routine patient treatments (dressing changes, catheters, etc.), pain and symptom management, care of the patient and family, including pediatric and HIV + patients; Mantoux administration.Proficient in case management, all aspects of IV care, including programming of IV pumps, tubing changes, site care, and subcutaneous access.Display compassion, be a team player, have an optimistic outlook, be adaptive, accountable, and customer-driven.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Supervises clinically the care delegated to Home Health Aides/CNAs, as assigned.Instructs Home Health Aides/CNAs on specific patient care procedures within approved policies, as assigned.Provides personal care.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Must have visual, hearing, and mental ability to initiate and comprehend written and verbal communication.Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/non-verbal communication.Lifting: Transfer patients into positions where they can perform daily care, personal hygiene, and grooming. Occasional to Frequent.Carrying: Personal hygiene supplies to and from the bathroom to the patient, frequently. linen for short distances; Occasional.Pushing/pulling: Readjust patient in bed; Occasional.Standing: While performing patient care. Frequent to Occasional.Sitting: While driving to and from the patient’s home. Occasional.Climbing: Up and down stairs in the patient’s home; Occasional.Must be able to climb a minimum of three (3) flights of stairs.Balancing and Reaching: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs. Occasional to Frequent.Stooping/kneeling/crouching: To perform patient care. Frequent.Handling patient care items, i.e., soap, shampoo, toothbrush, comb, and Dressing. Frequent.Fingering: Pen, visit reports. Occasional to Frequent.Openings: Bottles and jars. Occasional.Talking: To communicate with the patient and family, and to communicate with the supervisor and coworkers. Frequent.Hearing: To communicate with the patient, coworkers, the patient’s family, and the Supervisor. Frequent to Constant.Seeing: Constant.Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergencies.Recognizes emergencies and knows emergency procedures, according to Agency policy.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Must be willing to travel between patients in inclement weather.Potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.)Potential exposure to dangerous animals, such as dogs, rodents, etc.Potential exposure to environmental pollutants.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, blood and body fluids, and hazardous waste.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the office environment, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, cleaning solvents, and medical supply chemicals.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in the patient’s home environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard blood and body fluid precautions will be consistently used for all patients.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments and other duties as deemed necessary without regard to location, socioeconomic environment, disease, or ethnic group.Must accept responsibility for on-call coverage, as assigned.Must be willing to make scheduled visits on holidays, weekends, or evenings when assigned.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Stillwater Hospice has been caring for the seriously ill of Northeast Indiana since 1888, and our goal is to foster the optimal quality of life through medical, spiritual, and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. We provide high-quality, patient-focused, and compassionate care that helps terminally ill patients and their families live as fully as possible. Providing hospice care allows patients and their families to have meaningful moments together.
Read LessJoin our team at Stillwater Hospice!
At Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and good work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
Compensation is based on total years of experience in previous clinical roles.
In this role, you'll care for patients in our 13 serviced counties, but focused in Allen, Wells, & Adams counties.
You will help with on-call but may have other duties related to staff time off. Expect hours on weekday evenings or on weekends.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work/Life Balance and providing Excellent Employee Benefits.
403 (b) Retirement Plan for all employees with no-cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family household members.New hire referral Finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.POSITION TITLE: SOCIAL WORKER, HOSPICE
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT/HOURLY
REPORTS TO: SOCIAL WORK COORDINATOR
POSITION OBJECTIVES:
To provide all social service interventions for patients and their families who are enrolled in an agency program as appropriate.
To provide education/consultation to all staff and volunteers to aid in grief and loss issues.
Provide community education on agency programs and end-of-life issues.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work is required from an accredited school of social work.Minimum of one (1) year experience in providing medical social work services.Must hold an active Indiana social work license (LBSW, LSW) ORMust have an active temporary social work license and obtain full licensure within the first year of employment.Must have knowledge and ability to determine appropriate social service roles required to assist patient/family in maximizing the independent functioning that was impaired by the patient's physical illness.Ability to function independently and to work with medical professionals in theESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A qualified Social Worker provides Medical Social Services under the direction of a physician & in accordance with a plan of care.All services are provided by a professional social worker (LBSW or LSW)Medical Social Services include:Assessing emotional factors related to terminal illness.Assisting the physician & other IDT/IDG members in recognizing & understanding the social/mental stress and/or disorder that exacerbates the symptoms related to the terminal illness.Assessing the patient/family's psychosocial status, potential risk of suicide, and/or abuse or neglect.Assessing environmental resources & obstacles to maintaining safety.Participating in the development & revision of a plan of careProviding social services including:Short-term individual counselingCrisis interventionAssistance in providing information & preparation of advance directives.Funeral planning issues & transfer of responsibilities regarding fiscal, legal, and healthcare decisions.Preparing clinical & progress notes.Identifying family dynamics and communication patterns and involving the patient/family in the plan of care.Identifying & utilizing appropriate community resources and assessing patient/family ability to access them (food and meal resources; financial and legal services; community caregivers).Participating in in-service programs.Evaluating patient/family response to psychosocial interventions.Assessing the caregiver’s ability to function adequately.Assessing the need for counseling related to risk assessment for complicated grief.Assessing special needs related to cultural diversity, including communication, space, the role of family members, and special traditions.Identifying the developmental level of the patient/family and obstacles to learning or ability to participate in the patient's care.Addressing patient/family questions and issues.Identifying obstacles to compliance and assisting in understanding the goals of interventions.Identifying support systems available to reduce stress and facilitate coping with end-of-life care.Evaluating long-term care when appropriate and assessing the ability to accept change in the level of care.Communicating psychosocial information to an inpatient facility when the level of care is changed.Assisting patients/families in assessing financial resources when appropriate.Identifying patient/family in assessing financial resources when appropriate.Evaluating patient/family response to intervention(s) when referred to community agency and satisfaction with the service(s) provided.Assessing bereavement needs.Helping to provide end-of-life education to patients and families.Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures according to Agency policy.Participates in Social Work on-call rotation.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice policies.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.When requested, participate in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces.Must be proficient and timely in all aspects of clinical documentation, including data entry.Must display compassion, be a team player, have an optimistic outlook, and be adaptive, accountable, and customer-driven.Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Possesses analytical abilities sufficient to make decisions relating to complex problem situations.Demonstrates conceptual skills to coordinate and integrate the organization’s interests and activities as a whole and to understand how its parts depend on each other.Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/non-verbal communication.Must be able to perform tasks involving physical activity such as lifting (i.e., boxes of computer paper and bound reports), extensive bending and standing, reaching, handling objects, fingering, and discriminating colors.Must be able to endure long periods of sitting while driving.Must be able to remain calm in occasional emergencies and possess knowledge of agency emergency procedures.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Must be willing to travel in inclement weather.Potential exposure to infectious diseases.The potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.) Potential exposure to dangerous and invasive creatures, such as dogs, rodents, insects, etc.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the office environment, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, and cleaning solvents.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in the patient’s home environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Universal blood and body fluid precautions will be consistently used for all patients. The employer provides protective clothing and equipment at no cost to the employee.According to state law, seat belts must be worn when traveling during working hours.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to location, socioeconomic environment, disease, or ethnic origin.As requested, you must be willing to make after-hours and/or weekend visits.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Read LessJoin our team at Stillwater Hospice!
At Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and good work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
Compensation is based on total years of experience in previous clinical roles.
In this role, you'll care for patients in the Inpatient Unit located in Fort Wayne.
You will be working 24 hours each week, Monday through Friday, with Weekend rotations.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work/Life Balance and providing Excellent Employee Benefits.
Dependent Care Savings Account (DCFSA).TriShare Plus Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees).CoShare Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees).Generous Paid Time Off.Paid Wellness Days.Time Off for Voting.403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. Education Incentives, including tuition discounts with several local Universities.Private Student Loan Assistance Program with Gradify.Support the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness plans as a Qualifying Not-for-Profit Employer.Annual Employee Tuition Assistance Plan, up to $2000.00 per year. Stillwater Hospice Tuition Scholarships, up to $5000.00 per year.A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program for Employees & Family household members.New hire referral Finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.Discounts at the YMCA (multiple included, not just Allen County).POSITION TITLE: INPATIENT CERTIFIED NURSES AIDE
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Assistant Clinical Team Leader or Clinical Team Leader
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
To provide safe personal care and support for the terminally ill in the hospice facility, under the direction of the Patient Care Director and/or RN Case Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED required. Completion of 105 hours CNA Certification program (need copy of Certificate). Current/active CNA License AND Minimum six (6) months (one [1] year preferred) CNA/HHA experience, within the last twenty-four (24) months, in the home health, long-term care, or hospital setting. OR RN nursing students who have successfully completed courses with a grade of “C” or better and who currently possess an active CNA License will be said to have met the above qualifications. Must hold current CPR certification or obtain it within the orientation period. Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and/or safety of self or others in the workplace. Must have a current motor vehicle operator’s license and have access to an automobile with current automobile insurance coverage. For CNA Home Care, one must be able to drive independently to all patient/family/ clients’ homes. Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment in the patient care area. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, participates in patient care conferences as assigned to promote holistic care. CNA/Home Health Aide will maintain good personal hygiene and conduct themselves in a polite and professional manner. CNA/Home Health Aides must maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients. This includes confidentiality of personal matters as well as patients’, coworkers’, and Agency business. Maintains respect for the patient's privacy and property. Attends educational opportunities and in-services in accordance with agency guidelines to improve clinical practice. Must be willing to be cross-trained in other departments within the agency. Any other duties assigned by the supervisor. Adheres to all Stillwater Hospice policies. Adheres to Stillwater Hospice’s dress code policy. Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices. Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Gives client care per agency policies and procedures, following the written Plan of Care. Appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming that include: bed bath, sponge bath, tub bath, or shower bath. Shampoo: sink, tub, or bed. Nail and skin care. Oral hygiene. Toileting and elimination needs, emptying commode and catheter bag; empty, cleanse, and reinforce ostomy bag. Normal range of motion and positioning, ambulating with use of a gait belt. Changing linens, adequate nutrition, fluid intake, and output. Assists patients with various rehabilitation activities under the direction of a licensed therapist or RN. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure when assigned. Meal preparations. Assists patients with feeding and feeds patients unable to feed themselves. Observes patient’s condition and reports significant changes in status to the appropriate nurse. Computer documents care per agency policies and procedures. Manages care of assigned patients in a timely fashion. Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment in the patient care area. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, participates in patient care conferences as assigned to promote holistic care. CNA/Home Health Aide will maintain good personal hygiene and conduct themselves in a polite and professional manner. CNA/Home Health Aides must maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients. This includes confidentiality of personal matters as well as patients’, coworkers’, and Agency business. Maintains respect for the patient's privacy and property. Attends educational opportunities and in-services in accordance with agency guidelines to improve clinical practice. Must be willing to be cross-trained in other departments within the agency. Any other duties assigned by the supervisor. Adheres to all Stillwater Hospice policies. Adheres to Stillwater Hospice’s dress code policy. Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs light housekeeping chores. May run errands, on occasion, with supervisor approval.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Must have visual, hearing, and mental ability to initiate and comprehend written and verbal communication. Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/non-verbal communication. Lifting: Transfer patients into positions to perform daily care, personal hygiene, and grooming - Occasional to Frequent. Carrying: Personal hygiene supplies to and from the bathroom to the patient - Frequent. Linen for short distances - Frequent. Pushing/pulling: Readjust patient in bed - Frequent. Standing: While performing patient care - Frequent to Constant. Sitting: While performing patient care and paperwork. - Occasional Climbing: Up and down stairs in patient’s home - Occasional. Balancing: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs, and for reaching - Frequent. Stooping/kneeling/crouching/reaching: To perform patient care - Frequent. Handling patient care items (e.g., soap, shampoo, toothbrush, comb, dressing) - Frequent. Fingering: Pen, visit reports - Frequent. Opening: Bottles and jars - Frequent Talking: To communicate with patient and family, and to communicate with supervisor and coworkers - Frequent. Hearing: To communicate with patient, coworkers, patient’s family, and supervisor - Frequent to Constant. Seeing: Constant. Must be able to climb a minimum of three (3) flights of stairs. Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures according to agency policy. Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergency situations.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Must be willing to travel in inclement weather. Potential exposure to variable temperatures in the working environment. Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, hazardous waste, etc. Potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.) Potential exposure to harm from pets visiting patients on the hospice unit.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances within the facility.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard precautions will be consistently used for patients. Protective clothing and equipment are provided by the employer at no cost to the employee. Seat belts must be worn when traveling during working hours according to state law.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to disease or ethnic origin. Must exhibit dependability in areas such as attendance, tardiness, and flexibility for unit coverage. Must be willing to work the scheduled holiday rotation.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Stillwater Hospice has been caring for the seriously ill of Northeast Indiana since 1888, and our goal is to foster the optimal quality of life through medical, spiritual, and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. We provide high-quality, patient-focused, and compassionate care that helps terminally ill patients and their families live as fully as possible. Providing hospice care allows patients and their families to have meaningful moments together.
Read LessJoin our team at Stillwater Hospice!
At Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and good work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
Compensation is based on total years of experience in previous clinical roles.
In this role, you'll care for patients in the Inpatient Unit located in Fort Wayne.
You will be working 24 hours each week, Monday through Friday, with Weekend rotations.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work/Life Balance and providing Excellent Employee Benefits.
Dependent Care Savings Account (DCFSA).TriShare Plus Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees).CoShare Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees).Generous Paid Time Off.Paid Wellness Days.Time Off for Voting.403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. Education Incentives, including tuition discounts with several local Universities.Private Student Loan Assistance Program with Gradify.Support the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness plans as a Qualifying Not-for-Profit Employer.Annual Employee Tuition Assistance Plan, up to $2000.00 per year. Stillwater Hospice Tuition Scholarships, up to $5000.00 per year.A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program for Employees & Family household members.New hire referral Finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.Discounts at the YMCA (multiple included, not just Allen County).POSITION TITLE: INPATIENT RN
FLSA STATUS NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Nursing
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Providing nursing care for assigned terminally ill patients by assessing needs, coordinating the interdisciplinary care plan, implementing nursing interventions, making appropriate revisions, and evaluating care outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.Prefer one year of recent hospital or home health care experience.Must have a current RN license to practice in Indiana.Must hold current CPR certification or obtain it during the orientation period.Infusion skills are preferred.Ability to identify needs and emergencies of hospice patients and provide appropriate interventions.Must be comfortable working with hospice patients, focusing on palliative care.Strong interpersonal skills.Strong assessment skills.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Must be capable of functioning independently as well as part of the team.Implement agency-approved clinical policies and procedures in all work-related situations.Demonstrates understanding of hospice philosophy and concept of care and considers the patient/family as the unit of care.Orients patient/family to hospice services, including identifying the role of team members.Identifies patient health problems by assessing psychosocial, spiritual, physiological, and health behavior systems.Participates in obtaining and documenting admission and assessment data. Documents findings accurately, in a timely manner, and on appropriate forms according to Agency procedures.Delivers nursing care to patients, which includes teaching, providing direct care, case management, referral, advocacy, monitoring pain and symptom management, and initiating appropriate interventions.Anticipates problems related to the impending death of the patient at the time of admission and pursues problem resolution, including bereavement follow-up for family members.Remains flexible for unit coverage and accepts responsibility under adverse conditions, such as weather-related crises.Participates in appropriate staff and holiday rotation.Follows orders from the patient’s physician and informs the physician and other team members of changes in the patient’s condition and needs.Coordinates care and services with other health care providers.Identifies the need for and obtains additional orders from physicians.Plans and implements patient discharge plans in conjunction with patient/family, nurse, physician, and Agency goals.Attend and participate in Patient Care Conferences or team meetings as appropriate.Recommends utilization of additional agency services and other community services as appropriate. Provides clinical supervision to LPNs and CNAsInstructs LPNs and CNAs on specific patient care procedures in accordance with approved Agency policies.Works in a cooperative relationship with other Agency staff.Seeks appropriate clinical supervision.Ensure proper initiation of the initial plan of care, evaluate outcomes, and coordinate revisions as necessary.Participates in Agency committees and task forces.Assumes responsibility for continued personal growth and development.Responsible for maintaining patient records in a timely and organized fashion.Seeks educational opportunities to improve clinical practice and participate in in-service programs.Adheres to all Stillwater Hospice policies.Performs other duties as assigned.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.CRITICAL SKILL SETS AND ATTITUDES:
Proficient and timely in all aspects of clinical documentation, including computer data entry.Proficient in blood draws, all routine patient treatments (such as dressing changes, catheter care, etc.), pain and symptom management, and caring for patients and their families, including pediatric and HIV-positive patients; Mantoux administration.Proficient in case management, all aspects of IV care, including programming of IV pumps, tubing changes, site care, and subcutaneous access.Display compassion, be a team player, have an optimistic outlook, be adaptive, accountable, and customer-driven.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides personal care.Participate in Quality Assurance by reviewing patient records to ensure compliance.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Lifting: Transfer patients into positions where they can perform daily care, personal hygiene, and grooming - Occasional to Frequent.Carrying: Personal hygiene supplies to and from the bathroom to the patient - Frequent. Linen for short distances - Frequent.Pushing/pulling/reaching: Readjust patient in bed - Frequent.Standing: While performing patient care - Frequent to Constant.Balancing: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs, and for reaching - Occasional to Frequent.Stooping/kneeling/crouching/bending: To perform patient care - Frequent.Handling objects, i.e., soap, shampoo, toothbrush, comb, dressing - Frequent.Fingering: Pen, visit reports - Frequent.Opening: Bottles and jars - Frequent.Talking: To communicate with patients and family, and to communicate with supervisors and coworkers - Frequent.Hearing: To communicate with patients, coworkers, patients’ family, and supervisor - Frequent to Constant.Seeing: Constant. Ability to discriminate colors. Must have visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/nonverbal communication.Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergency situations. Must be able to climb a minimum of three flights of stairs.Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures, according to Agency policies.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to environmental pollutants.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, blood and body fluids, and hazardous waste.Potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.)Potential exposure to harm from pets visiting patients on the hospice unit.Must be willing to travel in inclement weather.Potential exposure to variable temperatures in the working environment.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the facility, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, cleaning solvents, and medical supply chemicals.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in the hospice environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard precautions will be consistently used for all patients. The employer provides protective clothing and equipment.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to disease or ethnic origin.Must exhibit dependability in areas such as attendance, tardiness, and timely performance of duties.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Stillwater Hospice has been caring for the seriously ill of Northeast Indiana since 1888, and our goal is to foster the optimal quality of life through medical, spiritual, and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. We provide high-quality, patient-focused, and compassionate care that helps terminally ill patients and their families live as fully as possible. Providing hospice care allows patients and their families to have meaningful moments together.
Read LessJoin our team at Stillwater Hospice!
At Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and good work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
Compensation is based on total years of experience in previous roles.
In this role, you'll care for patients in the Stillwater Hospice Service area, including Grant, Wabash, Whitley, Huntington, Kosciusko, Noble, and Allen Counties.
You will work in a Non-Clinical, Home-Based, as-needed (PRN) basis.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work/Life Balance and providing Excellent Employee Benefits.
403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program for Employees & Family household members.New hire referral Finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.Discounts at the YMCA (multiple included, not just Allen County).POSITION TITLE: MUSIC THERAPIST
FLSA STATUS: HOURLY / NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Music Therapy Coordinator or Coordinator of Therapeutic Programs
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Uses Music Therapy to assist the patient and/or family to ease discomfort, anxiety, and other symptoms.QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate Degree in Music therapy or equivalency.Board-certified music therapist.Soothing and pleasant speaking and singing voice.Proficient in one or more accompaniment instruments; strong piano, keyboard, or guitar skills are desirable.Extensive knowledge of different styles of music and music from diverse genres. Includes a working familiarity with music from different religions, cultures, and ethnic groups.Proficient in using music therapy techniques to assist the patient and family with:Pain, discomfortAnxiety, restlessness, depressionDifficulty sleeping, insomniaReminiscenceExpression of feelingsSpiritual supportIsolation, lack of a support systemGriefDementia and confusionOther conditions associated with terminal illnessesPrefer two (2) years of paid professional music therapy experience.Experience with patients with terminal illness preferred.Ability to create a safe, comfortable environment and a mode of expression through music.Effective interpersonal and counseling skills.Must have or obtain within one year of hire Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training (CPI)Must have or obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within the orientation period, and a preference for including Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) certification.Must have an Indiana motor vehicle operator’s license and have access to an automobile with current automobile insurance coverage.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide direct service to hospice patients and their families in homes, nursing facilities, and inpatient unit.Consult with IDT staff about patient referrals to assess needs and to prioritize intervention.Conduct assessments and provide interventions that meet individual needs.Assess the music therapy equipment, including inventory, maintenance, and use of equipment. Includes appropriate infection control procedures. Includes maintaining and caring for the music-listening library and making such resources available to patients and their families.Participate in IDT conference weekly, as needed.Implements Agency policies in all work-related situations.Assists in Stillwater Hospice memorial services and patient memorials, as requested.Participates as a representative of Stillwater Hospice as a speaker for community awareness and educational activities in the designated service area, including new employee in-services.Participates in continuing education, constantly improving skills and knowledge to maintain Board Certification with the Certification Board for Music Therapists, Inc. (CBMT).Assures that the necessary paperwork and/or computer documentation are completed promptly in accordance with regulatory guidelines.Seeks advice and assistance from supervisors.Develop appropriate music therapy protocols and policies as required to maintain an effective level of clinical practice.Serve as the contact person and music therapy role model for music therapy students from Purdue University of Fort Wayne, allowing students to observe and complete advanced practicums when indicated.Adheres to all Stillwater Hospice policies.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.Provide services for bereaved clients upon referral from a bereavement counselor.Assist in Music Therapy grief workshops and other special grief events when requested by the Stillwater Hospice grief team.Serve as liaison between Threshold Choir and Stillwater Hospice, assisting in the program as needed and vetting referrals.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Lifting: Equipment used for therapy; frequent to constant use.To assist patients into a position where they can participate in therapy, frequently or constantly.Carrying: Equipment used in providing therapy - frequent to constant.Pushing/pulling: While providing therapy, occasional to frequent.Standing: While providing therapy, occasional to frequent.Sitting: While driving - occasional.While providing therapy, frequently.While documenting therapy – occasional.Climbing: Up and downstairs in patients’ homes - occasional.Balancing: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs, and reaching –frequent to constant.Stooping/kneeling/crouching: To perform therapy - frequent.Fingering: Pen, visit reports - occasional to frequent. Also includes the ability to “finger” and play various instruments for accompaniment.Opening: To provide a non-intrusive introduction to music in hospice and palliative care to patients and their families. Able to explain the therapeutic value of music in hospice, palliative care, and home health care.Talking: To communicate with patient, family, co-workers, and supervisor - frequent to constant.Hearing: To communicate with patient and family, supervisor, and co-workers - Frequent to constant.Seeing: Constant. Includes the ability to read and write music.Must have visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/non-verbal communication.Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergencies.Recognized emergencies and knows emergency procedures according to Agency policy.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Must be willing to travel in inclement weather.Potential threat of physical violence to self.Potential exposure to dangerous animals, such as dogs, rodents, etc., while visiting patients in their homes.Potential exposure to environmental pollutants.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, blood and body fluids, and hazardous waste.Potential exposure to variable temperatures in the working environment.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the hospice environment, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, cleaning solvents, and medical supply chemicals.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in a hospice environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard precautions will be consistently used for all patients.The employer provides protective clothing and equipment at no cost to the employee.According to state law, seat belts must be worn when traveling during working hours.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to location, socioeconomic environment, disease, or ethnic origin.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Stillwater Hospice has been caring for the seriously ill of Northeast Indiana since 1888, and our goal is to foster the optimal quality of life through medical, spiritual, and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. We provide high-quality, patient-focused, and compassionate care that helps terminally ill patients and their families live as fully as possible. Providing hospice care allows patients and their families to have meaningful moments together.
Read LessAt Stillwater Hospice, we foster and support growth, teamwork, and a healthy work-life balance among all staff.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
In this role, you will care for patients in all 13 of our service counties.
You will work As Needed, On Call *This position might require holiday and weekend shifts.
Hospice Experience Is preferred.
This is an as-needed (PRN) Non-Benefited position.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent Work/Life Balance and Excellent Employee Benefits.
403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance.A Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Employees & Family household members.New hire referral finder's Bonus.Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events are held annually: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.Discounts at the YMCA (multiple included, not just Allen County).POSITION TITLE: ON CALL RN
FLAS STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Clinical Team Leader- Support Programs
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Provision of nursing care while on call for patients by assessing needs, making appropriate revisions, and evaluating care outcomes.QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.Must have a current RN license to practice in Indiana.Must hold current CPR Certification or obtain it within the orientation period.Infusion skills preferred.Prefer one (1) year of recent hospital or home health care experience.Must be able to provide those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skills.Must be able to safely perform the job's essential functions without posing a direct threat to the health and/or safety of him/her or others in the workplace.Must be comfortable working with hospice patients, emphasizing palliative care.Strong interpersonal skills.Strong assessment skills.Must have an Indiana motor vehicle operator’s license and have access to an automobile.with current automobile insurance coverage.Must be able to drive independently to all patient/family homes.Assist with in-servicing the community on the hospice philosophy as needed/requested.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Must be capable of functioning independently in the patient’s setting.Ability to recognize the needs and emergencies of hospice and palliative care patients and provide appropriate interventions.Implements Agency policies in all work-related situations; orientation of pt/family to hospice benefit services, including: Identifying the role of team members.Documents findings accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record and on appropriate forms according to Agency procedures.Makes the initial assessment evaluation visit and identifies patient health problems by assessing environmental, psychosocial, spiritual, physiological, and health behavior systems.Ensures proper initiation of the interdisciplinary plan-of-care, coordinating revisions, and evaluating outcomes.Delivers nursing care to patients, which includes teaching, providing direct care, case management, referral, advocacy, monitoring pain and symptom management, and initiating appropriate interventions.Supervises clinically the care delegated to LPNs, Home Health Aides, and CNAs and documents same, as needed.Instructs LPNs, Home Health Aides, and CNAs on specific patient care procedures within approved policies.Anticipates problems related to the impending death of the patient beginning at the time of admission and pursues problem resolution, including bereavement follow-up for family members.Plans and effects patient discharge plans in conjunction with patient/family, nurse, physician, and Agency goals.Attends and participates in patient care conferences or team meetings as appropriate.Remains flexible for patient coverage and accepts responsibility under adverse conditions, such as weather-related crises.Follows orders from the patient’s physician and informs physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s condition and needs.Coordinates care and services with other health care providers.Recommends utilization of additional Agency services and other community services, as appropriate.Works in a cooperative relationship with other Agency personnel.Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients/families. This includes confidentiality of personal matters, patients', coworkers', and the Agency's business.Seeks appropriate clinical supervision.Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development.Seeks educational opportunities to improve clinical practice and participates in in-service programs.Adheres to all Stillwater Hospice policies.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice’s dress code policy.Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.CRITICAL SKILL SETS & ATTITUDES:
Proficient and timely in all aspects of clinical documentation, including computer data entry.Proficient in blood draws, all routine patient treatments (dressing changes, catheters, etc.); pain and symptom management; care of the patient and family, including pediatric and HIV + patients; Mantoux administration.Proficient in case management, all aspects of IV care, including programming of IV pumps, tubing changes, site care, and subcutaneous access.Display compassion, be a team player, have an optimistic outlook, be adaptive, accountable, and a customer driver.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides personal care.Participates in Quality Assurance by reviewing patient records to ensure compliance.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Must have visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.Must engage in clear, concise verbal/non-verbal communication.Lifting: Transfer patients into positions where they can perform daily care, personal hygiene, and grooming - Occasional to Frequent.Carrying: Personal hygiene supplies to and from bathroom to patient – Occasional linen for short distances - Occasional.Pushing/pulling/reaching: Readjust patient in bed - Occasional.Standing: While performing patient care - Frequent to Constant.Sitting: While driving to and from the patient’s home - Frequent.Climbing: must be able to climb a minimum of 3 flights of stairs - Occasional to FrequentBalancing: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs, and reaching - Occasional to Frequent.Stooping/kneeling/crouching/bending: To perform patient care - Frequent.Handling objects, i.e., soap, shampoo, toothbrush, comb, dressing - Occasional.Fingering: Pen, visit reports - Frequent.Opening: Bottles and jars - Frequent.Talking: To communicate with patients, family, supervisor, and coworkers - Frequent.Hearing: To communicate with the patient, coworkers, patient’s family, and supervisor - Frequent to Constant.Seeing: Constant. The ability to discriminate colors.Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergency situations.Recognizes emergencies and knows emergency procedures according to Agency policy.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Must be willing to travel between patients in inclement weather.Potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.)Potential exposure to dangerous animals, such as dogs, rodents, etc.Potential exposure to environmental pollutants.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, blood and body fluids, and hazardous waste.Potential exposure to variable temperatures in the working environment.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the facility, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, cleaning solvents, and medical supply chemicals.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in the patient’s home environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard precautions will be consistently used for all patients. The employer provides protective clothing and equipment at no cost to the employee.Seat belts must be worn when traveling during working hours according to state law.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to location, socioeconomic environment, disease, or ethnic origin.Must exhibit dependability in areas such as attendance, tardiness, and timely performance of duties.Must be willing to make scheduled visits on holidays, when assigned.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.Stillwater Hospice has been caring for the seriously ill of Northeast Indiana since 1888, and our goal is to foster the optimal quality of life through medical, spiritual, and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. We provide high-quality, patient-focused, and compassionate care that helps terminally ill patients and their families live as fully as possible. Providing hospice care allows patients and their families to have meaningful moments together.
Read LessAt Stillwater Hospice, we promote and support growth, teamwork, and a healthy work-life balance among all staff members.
We offer competitive wages and benefits in our team-forward, positive care environment. We look forward to talking to you today about joining our team!
In this role, you will care for patients in our recently renovated Inpatient Unit on the Fort Wayne Campus.
You will work As Needed on Nights and Weekends shifts. Could include partial shifts. Hospice Home (IPU) shifts are 12 hours long. This is an overnight and weekend PRN position.
We pride ourselves on promoting an Excellent work-life balance and Excellent Employee Benefits.
403b Retirement Plan for all employees with no cost access to a Financial Advisor and a strong Company Match for full-time employees.Shift Incentive Pay, Performance Incentives, & Mileage Reimbursement.Company-provided Uniform allowance. Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center.A newly remodeled, modern Inpatient Unit.Newly built Staff Respite Room in the Hospice Home IPU.Multiple employee engagement events per year: Wellness/Health Events, Quarterly Employee Benefit Fairs, Organization picnics, and Organization holiday events.A strong commitment to promoting and advancing employees from within the organization.The campus is connected to the Fort Wayne Trails system.POSITION TITLE: INPATIENT RN
FLSA STATUS NON-EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Nursing
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Providing nursing care for assigned terminally ill patients by assessing needs, coordinating the interdisciplinary care plan, implementing nursing interventions, making appropriate revisions, and evaluating care outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.Prefer one year of recent hospital or home health care experience.Must have a current RN license to practice in Indiana.Must hold current CPR certification or obtain it during the orientation period.Infusion skills are preferred.Ability to identify needs and emergencies of hospice patients and provide appropriate interventions.Must be comfortable working with hospice patients, focusing on palliative care.Strong interpersonal skills.Strong assessment skills.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Must be capable of functioning independently as well as part of the team.Implement agency-approved clinical policies and procedures in all work-related situations.Demonstrates understanding of hospice philosophy and concept of care and considers the patient/family as the unit of care.Orients patient/family to hospice services, including identifying the role of team members.Identifies patient health problems by assessing psychosocial, spiritual, physiological, and health behavior systems.Participates in obtaining and documenting admission and assessment data. Documents findings accurately, in a timely manner, and on appropriate forms according to Agency procedures.Delivers nursing care to patients, which includes teaching, providing direct care, case management, referral, advocacy, monitoring pain and symptom management, and initiating appropriate interventions.Anticipates problems related to the impending death of the patient at the time of admission and pursues problem resolution, including bereavement follow-up for family members.Remains flexible for unit coverage and accepts responsibility under adverse conditions, such as weather-related crises.Participates in appropriate staff and holiday rotation.Follows orders from the patient’s physician and informs the physician and other team members of changes in the patient’s condition and needs.Coordinates care and services with other health care providers.Identifies the need for and obtains additional orders from physicians.Plans and implements patient discharge plans in conjunction with patient/family, nurse, physician, and Agency goals.Attend and participate in Patient Care Conferences or team meetings as appropriate.Recommends utilization of additional agency services and other community services as appropriate. Provides clinical supervision to LPNs and CNAsInstructs LPNs and CNAs on specific patient care procedures in accordance with approved Agency policies.Works in a cooperative relationship with other Agency staff.Seeks appropriate clinical supervision.Ensure proper initiation of the initial plan of care, evaluate outcomes, and coordinate revisions as necessary.Participates in Agency committees and task forces.Assumes responsibility for continued personal growth and development.Responsible for maintaining patient records in a timely and organized fashion.Seeks educational opportunities to improve clinical practice and participate in in-service programs.Adheres to all Stillwater Hospice policies.Performs other duties as assigned.Adheres to Stillwater Hospice privacy practices as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.Participates in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.CRITICAL SKILL SETS AND ATTITUDES:
Proficient and timely in all aspects of clinical documentation, including computer data entry.Proficient in blood draws, all routine patient treatments (such as dressing changes, catheter care, etc.), pain and symptom management, and caring for patients and their families, including pediatric and HIV-positive patients; Mantoux administration.Proficient in case management, all aspects of IV care, including programming of IV pumps, tubing changes, site care, and subcutaneous access.Display compassion, be a team player, have an optimistic outlook, be adaptive, accountable, and customer-driven.MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides personal care.Participate in Quality Assurance by reviewing patient records to ensure compliance.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Lifting: Transfer patients into positions where they can perform daily care, personal hygiene, and grooming - Occasional to Frequent.Carrying: Personal hygiene supplies to and from the bathroom to the patient - Frequent. Linen for short distances - Frequent.Pushing/pulling/reaching: Readjust patient in bed - Frequent.Standing: While performing patient care - Frequent to Constant.Balancing: Needed for normal ambulation, climbing stairs, and for reaching - Occasional to Frequent.Stooping/kneeling/crouching/bending: To perform patient care - Frequent.Handling objects, i.e., soap, shampoo, toothbrush, comb, dressing - Frequent.Fingering: Pen, visit reports - Frequent.Opening: Bottles and jars - Frequent.Talking: To communicate with patients and family, and to communicate with supervisors and coworkers - Frequent.Hearing: To communicate with patients, coworkers, patients’ family, and supervisor - Frequent to Constant.Seeing: Constant. Ability to discriminate colors. Must have visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.Must be able to engage in clear, concise verbal/nonverbal communication.Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergency situations. Must be able to climb a minimum of three flights of stairs.Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures, according to Agency policies.ESSENTIAL HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to environmental pollutants.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, needle sticks, blood and body fluids, and hazardous waste.Potential threat of physical violence to self. (Security personnel available upon request.)Potential exposure to harm from pets visiting patients on the hospice unit.Must be willing to travel in inclement weather.Potential exposure to variable temperatures in the working environment.CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS PHYSICAL EXPOSURES:
Potential exposure to substances within the facility, including copy machine toner, VDT emissions, cleaning solvents, and medical supply chemicals.Potential exposure to chemical/cleaning substances in the hospice environment.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Standard precautions will be consistently used for all patients. The employer provides protective clothing and equipment.OTHER SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to disease or ethnic origin.Must exhibit dependability in areas such as attendance, tardiness, and timely performance of duties.The published compensation range for this position reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The base pay may be higher or lower based on demonstrated job-related experience.
Stillwater Hospice has been caring for the seriously ill of Northeast Indiana since 1888, and our goal is to foster the optimal quality of life through medical, spiritual, and emotional support for patients and their loved ones. We provide high-quality, patient-focused, and compassionate care that helps terminally ill patients and their families live as fully as possible. Providing hospice care allows patients and their families to have meaningful moments together.
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