Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

More than a nursing job, this is a position with a higher purpose - where you impact people's lives on a personal, human level. As a Navian Hawaii hospice nurse, you will guide patients and their family on their journey, delivering comfort and support with a caring heart, replacing fear with hope, helping them find the beauty and joy in every moment, and providing each person with the kindness and dignity they deserve.

Position Summary:

The Pediatric Palliative Care Nurse has the primary responsibility of providing care to patients and families on Navian Hawaii's Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care Program.

Primary Responsibilities for Pediatrics:

• Works with the physician and the Interdisciplinary Group to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the plan of care for patients and their caregivers.
• Functions as primary nurse within the framework of an Interdisciplinary Group providing essential patient care.
• Utilizes principles of palliative care and holistic philosophy to provide holistic care.
• The NCM's plans reflect skilled nursing judgment, medical necessity, measurable patient/caregiver objectives and reasonable goals.
• Provides case management services to best benefit patients and caregivers.
• Care provided reflects compliance with federal and state regulations, along with Navian Hawaii's policies and procedures.
• Documents all nursing and case management activities in accordance with hospice protocol and keeps attending physician informed of changes in patient condition.
• Requests support services from other Interdisciplinary Group members as appropriate.
• Demonstrates good judgment in seeking and accepting guidance; facilitates clear and honest communication with other team members.
• NCM will ensure any follow up needs will be communicated to the after-hours team at the end of the day

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment in planning and providing care. Flexible and organized in planning.
• Ability to learn electronic medical records systems.
• Valid driver's license and use of personal, insured, registered vehicle meeting Hawaii safety standards.
• Ability to set priorities, research, problem-solve and make independent decisions with minimal supervision by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions within the scope of the job.
• Must be able to multi-task with the ability to meet multiple deadlines and possess strong organizational, planning and follow-through skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with all levels of individuals.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

• A current Hawaii license, in good standing, as a registered nurse. BSN preferred.
• At least two years clinical experience in hospice and/or home health nursing preferred.
• At least two years of clinical pediatric experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Indoors in an air-conditioned office as well as outdoors in all types of weather.
• Travel throughout Oahu and work on-site in numerous care settings including patient homes.

Employment Requirements:

All offers of employment at Navian Hawaii are contingent on a candidate's successful completion of certain requirements which include:

• A legally compliant background check
• Drug Screen & Physical Exam
• COVID Vaccination
• TB Clearance
• RN License
• Providing copies of valid Vehicle information such as auto insurance, inspection and registration
• CPR Certificate

Hours:

• Generally, Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 am through 4:30 pm.

Why Navian Hawaii?

• Consistent M-F schedule so weekends belong to you
• Team-oriented, locally run nonprofit where every voice is heard
• Competitive pay with an excellent benefits package
• Flexible organization that supports positive work/life balance

Salary Range

• $95,000 To $102,000 Per Year
• Opportunity for performance-based bonuses

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