Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

·         Registered Nurse in Palliative Care supporting the interdisciplinary Palliative Care consult service at Trinity Health Ann Arbor.

·         The Registered Nurse supports the Palliative Care team at Trinity Health Ann Arbor, providing specialized care for patients with serious or complex illnesses. This role functions within an interdisciplinary consult service, partnering with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers and other healthcare colleagues to support patients and families throughout the continuum of care.

·         Key responsibilities include triaging new consults, participating in goals-of-care and family meetings, assessing and managing pain and other symptoms, and helping ensure care aligns with patient values and preferences. The position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across a variety of departments and disciplines.

·         This is a 0.6 FTE position, scheduled for 24 hours per week, every 4th weekend rotation, 1 summer and 1 winter holiday.

 

MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·         Current Michigan Nursing License

·         Graduation from accredited nursing program (Effective January 1, 2013, all new hires must have a BSN degree or must agree in writing to obtain their BSN within five (5) years from date of hire.)

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assesses, plans, coordinates, and evaluates care for patients with serious illness, focusing on symptom management, quality of life, and patient-centered goals of care.
• Partners with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to provide education, support, and care coordination across the hospitalization.
• Facilitates discussions regarding treatment preferences, advance care planning, and available supportive resources.

POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

·         Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.

·         Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

·         Retirement savings plan with employer match.

·         Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

·         Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.