Per diem After-Hours Nurse

As a Per Diem After-Hours Nurse at By The Bay Health, your responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing services as per the care plan. You'll also communicate with physicians and community resources to ensure the best care for patients and families, maintain regular updates with Team Leaders, and provide ongoing support as needed. Your ability to triage incoming calls and attend to patients in their homes is key to the role.

To qualify for the Per Diem After-Hours Nurse position at By The Bay Health, you should have at least one year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three years or a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution. Experience in acute care, home health, or hospice is preferred, and a current RN license in California is mandatory. Additional certifications like Public Health Nursing and HPNA certification are highly desirable.

The pay range for the Per Diem After-Hours Nurse position at By The Bay Health is between $54.00 and $66.00 per hour. This competitive pay reflects the importance of your role in providing care to our patients and families, as well as the dedication and expertise you'll bring to the team.

Absolutely! By The Bay Health is committed to building a culture of inclusion and diversity. We actively recruit and retain qualified individuals from various backgrounds and experiences without discrimination based on age, race, gender, disability, or any other legally protected status. Everyone's contributions are valued in our organization.

As a Per Diem After-Hours Nurse at By The Bay Health, you will primarily work weekend day shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. Your schedule may occasionally require covering shifts in San Francisco County, depending on patient needs and scheduling requirements. Flexibility is key in this role, allowing you to make a positive impact in our community.

When answering this question, express your approach to assessing patient needs quickly and efficiently. Mention how you balance immediate concerns with long-term care plans and how you communicate with team members to ensure the best outcomes.

In your answer, draw on specific instances from your background that highlight your experience in hospice care. Discuss the significance of providing comfort and dignity during end-of-life care and how you support both patients and their families through this process.

Share communication techniques that you find effective, such as active listening, providing clear information, and showing empathy. Emphasize the importance of being a calm presence for families during challenging times.

Explain your systematic approach to assessing and responding to changes, including notifying the attending physician, adjusting care plans as needed, and documenting changes accurately. Show that you remain composed and proactive.

Discuss the fulfillment you feel when providing comfort and support to patients and families. Share personal stories that reflect how your work has made a difference in someone's life.

Emphasize collaboration and support within healthcare teams. Provide specific examples of how you have effectively worked with other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.

Discuss common challenges in hospice care, such as emotional dilemmas, unanticipated patient needs, or communicating with families. Highlight your coping strategies and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrate your understanding of relevant regulations and your commitment to adhering to them. Mention the importance of continuous education and staying updated on policies affecting hospice care.

Reflect on a specific instance where you faced a difficult decision regarding patient care. Detail your thought process, collaboration with other professionals, and the outcome, highlighting critical thinking skills.

Express your admiration for By The Bay Health’s commitment to patient-centered care and innovative hospice practices. Articulate your shared values and how you envision contributing to their mission.