2 jobs found in Calhoun

Baylor 7p-7a position available!: Examples of Duties Performed: Responsible for the safe and efficient management of a long-term care patient area and/or nursing department shift. Plans and directs the activities of assigned staff and oversees the execution of quality patient care. Complies with current federal, state, and local regulations governing nursing care in the execution of assigned duties. Administers and records medications following physician orders and established center policy Takes and records patient's vital signs and collects laboratory specimens as directed. Provides emotional support to patients and their families. Requirements: To be considered for this opportunity applicants must: Have a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse from the Georgia State Nursing Board. Embrace the standards, values, and beliefs of the organization. Possess ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Be capable of maintaining effective working relationships with...

Screen referral for appropriateness and perform admission to facilitate the transition of the patient and family into the hospice program. Also responsible to Case Manage patients and families to ensure symptom management, patient and family education, medication management, coordination of hospice services and provide excellent communication with the patient’s physician. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates the interdisciplinary care team for assigned patients, and is designated to coordinate the implementation of the plan of care. Provides the primary nursing care for hospice patients, regardless of the setting. Assumes full responsibility for professional management of assigned hospice patients’ care related to the patient’s terminal illness. Teaches the primary caregiver skills that are needed to care for the patient in their residence. Works closely with the attending physician and other team members to develop appropriate pain and symptom management. Completes nursing...