From August 19 through November 8, the Ortho Walk-In Clinic will see patients by appointment only. Questions? Please call 814-467-3628.
This position is responsible for the management of the Community Based Palliative Care Program at Windber Hospital, Inc. The Community Based Palliative Care Director will coordinate care for patients and families who require or are candidates for Palliative Care. This person utilizes the nursing process to assist and direct the CRNP in identification and management of patients with chronic health conditions. This person provides leadership and coordination in the planning, organization, communication, and evaluation of all activities of the palliative care program. This person proactively identifies patients who are appropriate for palliative care services, assesses all palliative care referrals based on patient/family goals to determine appropriate level and type of care for palliative care services and provides information to patients/families regarding the palliative care program. This position insures continuity of care between settings, physicians & care team members; participates as a member of the interdisciplinary palliative care team; monitors and reports outcomes, assesses/identifies and works with the interdisciplinary care teams to address such barriers; provides education to physicians, inpatient staff, and the community on palliative care. RN, BSN preferred or must obtain within 5 years. CHPN or equivalent preferred. Current PA RN license and CPR required. Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle for on the-job transportation and proof of insurance coverage required. Minimum 5 years’ experience in a clinical setting as an RN Home Health, Palliative Care, or Hospice experience preferred. Management experience required.