Palliative Care RN

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Team

The palliative care team within Lakewood Health System's Care Management team is a dedicated, small but mighty group focused on providing comprehensive, compassionate support. This multidisciplinary team includes clinical experts, social workers, and outreach specialists. They work collaboratively to address the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients and their families, ensuring patient-centered care. Their integrated approach bridges clinical care with community resources, facilitating seamless coordination and continuous support throughout each patient's journey

Mission for Position

To provide comprehensive, compassionate, and patient-centered support by coordinating clinical, social, and community resources, ensuring seamless care and enhanced quality of life for patients and their families.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate palliative care services to meet patients' clinical, social, and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers and outreach specialists, for comprehensive patient support.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, and community resources.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans to enhance patients' quality of life.
• Conduct assessments and provide education to patients and families on palliative care options and resources.
• Facilitate smooth transitions and continuity of care across healthcare settings.

Position Type

This is a full-time position, working 64 hours per pay period (0.8FTE) day shifts Monday through Friday. Flexible scheduling is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in palliative care, care management, or related healthcare field.
• Strong knowledge of clinical and community resources.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for patient-centered care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Patient-focused approach with commitment to enhancing quality of life.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.

Ideal Candidate

• Proficiency in conducting thorough patient assessments and anticipating needs, ensuring effective patient monitoring and timely interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to advocate for patients, fostering their involvement in care decisions, with a compassionate, patient-first approach.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families, contributing to a cohesive care environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in patient education using methods like Teach-Back to confirm comprehension.
• A positive and open-minded approach to change, capable of supporting and driving improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

• Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
• Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide!

Next Steps

Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?

>>>Contact Becky Misegades to discuss the possibilities further:

Becky Misegades, Care Management Director

P: 218-894-8858

E: beckymisegades@lakewoodhealthsystem.com

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