Registered Nurse Hospice (PRN) Portland, ME
Portland, Maine
RN
Posted Aug 14 · Not open to new grads
- Hours a week
- 16
- Unit
- Hospice
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 16 hours
- Weekends
- Every weekend
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Overtime
- $70/hr
The median for nursing in Maine is $37/hr, across 140 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Constellation Health Services is looking for Hospice Registered Nurse (PRN for approx. 16 hrs per week)
Territory Coverage is Portland, Maine!!!
Constellation Health Services is looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to work with hospice patients and their families in their homes, assisted living facilities, and in skilled nursing facilities.
Constellation Health Services was founded to be an innovative leader in the post-acute continuums by the development of core teams that embody clinical excellence, uniqueness within their communities and act with authentic intention. We believe that serving patients in the community setting is the most important activity of the organization. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of patient care with compassion and respect for each person.
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Responsibilities
Provides skilled nursing care including the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed in the physician's plan of care for patients in their home setting. Performs a comprehensive assessment and coordinates the plan of care with all disciplines associated with the patient's needs, including family and primary caregivers. Observes, evaluates and reports on the patient's physical and emotional status to the nursing supervisor and the attending physician whenever a change occurs.
Participates in weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, providing updates on patient's physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual status. Maintains and processes all documentation in compliance with agency standards Will utilize a computer-based documentation system and submit all required clinical documentation, time records and other required information in the required time frame. Provides input to Home Health Aide Supervisor as needed for purpose of hospice aide evaluation.
Weekend & holidays coverage (as needed)
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), mileage reimbursement, health insurance and PTO (must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits)
Competitive PRN Per Visit Rates
Per Visit Rates Routine Visit Monday-Friday $70.00 Per Visit Rates Routine Visit Saturday-Sunday $80.00 Per Visit Rates SOC Visit Monday - Friday $ 150.00 Per Visit Rates SOC Saturday - Sunday $ 165.00 Opportunities for professional development and training to advance your career. Supportive and collaborative work environment that values compassion and empathy. The satisfaction of making a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Why Constellation?
Family-Centered Culture: At Constellation, we treat our team members like family. We understand that exceptional patient care starts with a happy and supported workforce.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited RN program. Registered Nurse Licensed in the state of employment. At least 1-2 years of RN experience is a MUST Previous Hospice care strongly desired Basic knowledge of iOs operating system
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Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited RN program.
- Registered Nurse Licensed in the state of employment.
- At least 1-2 years of RN experience is a MUST
- Previous Hospice care strongly desired
- Basic knowledge of iOs operating system
- #IND1
Benefits highlights
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
Place
- City
- Portland, Maine
- Rent against this pay
- 32% of monthly gross
- Local household income
- $79,540/yr
- Metro price level
- 2% above the national average
- Address
- Portland, ME, USA
$1,577 median rent against $4,853 a month at $70/hr for 16 hours a week, before tax.
all local households, not nurse pay
Portland area index 101.9, where 100 is the national average.
Portland, Maine pairs coastal living with a thriving food and arts scene. The historic Old Port district and iconic lighthouses frame a compact city where nurses can enjoy waterfront walks, craft breweries, and easy access to outdoor recreation along Casco Bay.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Constellation Health Services is a hospice care provider based in Kennebunk, Maine, serving the Kennebunk, Wells, and Sanford territory. The organization employs Registered Nurse Case Managers who provide skilled nursing care, comprehensive assessments, care plan coordination, and participate in interdisciplinary…
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Hospice is a specialty you move into. Med surg, oncology, or home health is the usual door in.
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