About Us: Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.
About this Role: Under the guidance of the Supportive Care Manager, the Palliative Care Nurse (PCN) is responsible for directing and augmenting care plans tailored to the palliative needs of elderly participants. This role provides ongoing direction and input during the delivery of care plans. The PCN must possess the expertise to assess, plan, and coordinate palliative care in alignment with both geriatric and hospice nursing standards, as well as with Community LIFE protocols.
Benefits:
- 5 Weeks Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Automatic Contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mileage Reimbursement at the federal rate
- Uniform Allowance
Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (occasional other hours due to participant needs)
Location: This position provides services to Community LIFE participants in the Wilkinsburg, Lower Burrell, Tarentum, and Bedford, PA areas. Mileage is reimbursed at the federal rate.
Required Education & Experience: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Minimum of 2 years of RN experience in palliative or hospice care. Experience teaching patients and other health care workers preferred.
Required Certifications and Licensure: Licensed Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. Hospice and Palliative Nurse Certification preferred. Valid Driver’s License.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the medical, social, and emotional needs of a frail, elderly population.
- Comprehensive knowledge and skill within current nursing practice.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to facilitate end-of-life discussion as needed.
- Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team approach to care for the elderly.
- Ability to accept supervision in an appropriate manner.
- Working knowledge of local health care and geriatric service networks.
- Basic working knowledge of Windows operating systems, e-mail, word processing.
PI275992654
