INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:

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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION Cover Page 1 of 2 PCN: EEO Status: 02 Dept./Section: Personal Health Services Civil Service Status: Classified Unit: Home Health/Hospice Employment Status: Full-time Reports To: Home Health/Hospice Clinical FLSA Status: Nonexempt Manager Pay Grade: 8 DOT/O*Net Code: QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. An example of an acceptable qualification for this position: Bachelor s degree in nursing or graduate of accredited school of nursing preferred, plus three (3) years experience in public health nursing and/or medical/surgical nursing, including palliative care and/or home health care experience with supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience; must be a Registered Nurse; bilingual (Spanish) skills preferred. LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Ohio; must have a valid State of Ohio driver s license and maintain insurability under Health District policy; must have cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (American Heart Association); CHPN (certified hospice/palliative care nurse) preferred; may be obtained after employment. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive. Standard business office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, etc.); motor vehicle; medical equipment, devices, and instruments; MARCS radio. INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee is exposed to, must negotiate, use, or work with or in the vicinity of: sharp objects, needles, and medical instruments; upset or emotionally distraught individuals; blood, bodily tissues, and fluids; potentially dangerous/fatal infectious diseases; hazardous driving conditions (e.g., snow, sleet, ice, etc.); chemicals commonly found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); transporting and lifting of awkward size boxes and containers; physical demands include, but are not limited to: frequent standing, sitting, bending, stooping, or stretching; frequently lifts objects ten (10) pounds or less; frequently carries objects ten (10) pounds or less; occasionally pushes objects 20 pounds or less; occasionally pulls objects 20 pounds or less; occasionally called upon to lift/assist clients in excess of 20 pounds; works in a variety of environments (e.g., clean and organized, small, cluttered, dirty, etc.). Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered light work.

2 POSITION DESCRIPTION Cover Page 2 of 2 PCN: EEO Status: 02 Dept./Section: Personal Health Services Civil Service Status: Classified Unit: Home Health/Hospice Employment Status: Full-time Reports To: Home Health/Hospice Clinical FLSA Status: Nonexempt Manager Pay Grade: 8 DOT/O*Net Code: In cases of emergency, unpredictable client situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend. GOE: STRENGTH: L GED: R5 M4 L5 SVP: 7 DLU: 77

3 POSITION DESCRIPTION Inside Page 1 of 3 JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS: JOB DUTIES in order of importance ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: For purposes of 42 USC 12101: 1. Develops, coordinates, and oversees Henry County Hospice program for the care of terminally ill patients and their families; provides professional nursing care by utilizing established nursing processes and procedures in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures; assesses and evaluates patients; develops, writes, and implements plan of care; prepares and accurately maintains records; compiles and prepares reports for submission in a timely manner; regularly evaluates patient, family, and caregiver needs in accordance with policy and procedure; serves as quality assurance/performance improvement coordinator to assess, plan, make, and implement changes through utilization of data, research surveys, etc. in order to improve the quality of care and maintain compliance; acts in place of Home Health/Hospice Clinical Manager as required. 2. Assists Home Health/Hospice Clinical Manager in verifying compliance with state and Medicare guidelines (e.g., providing staff in-service on changes in regulations, etc.); provides strong knowledge base for all hospice nurses and staff (e.g., able to answer questions, provide resources materials and support, assist in problem solving, etc.); conducts and obtains condition reports on all hospice patients for IDT meetings and maintains hospice patient database. 3. Assists with negotiating contracts with long term care facilities; conducts in-service sessions with contracted facility staff on hospice care and regulations as requested and/or needed; orients hospice staff to contracted facilities; serves as liaison between contracted facility and hospice staff; serves as liaison between nursing staff and physicians and DME, should problems arise. 4. Works with Medical Social Worker, Home Health/Hospice Administrative Manager and Scheduler, Home Health/Hospice Clinical Manager and hospice volunteers to coordinate respite for families/caregivers; assists with training and assigns volunteers to patient care; trains new staff in hospice philosophy, care, routine medications charting, and forms. 5. Participates on quality improvement teams and/or employee work groups (e.g., identifies opportunities for improvement, contributes ideas for improving Health District operations and services, etc.). 6. Maintains all required licensure and certifications. 7. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance; must be able to work assigned evenings, weekends, and holidays. 8. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

4 POSITION DESCRIPTION Inside Page 2 of 3 9. Attends meetings, conferences, seminars, and community events as directed; serves on boards and committees as assigned; promotes hospice services (e.g., gives presentations) in the community and secures donations through fundraising and the hospice bazaar. 10. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with Health District policy and all applicable laws and regulations. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 11. Serves as preceptor for students and orientees as needed; maintains supplies for hospice patients. 12. Participates in Health District disaster preparedness activities; may be required to report for work outside normal working hours during an emergency; carries a cell phone when on call. 13. Performs any and all other related duties as assigned or directed in order to promote, further, and ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Henry County Health District. MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (*Indicates developed after employment) Knowledge of: nursing techniques and methodologies in detection, prevention, and treatment of disease and disability; health education; human relations; management; department goals and objectives*; department policies and procedures*; nursing; public health; end of life care; palliative care concepts; state and federal nursing care requirements; diagnostic testing; available community resources*. Skill in: use of medical instruments/materials in examination of clients; use of modern office equipment; motor vehicle operation. Ability to: recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; prepare accurate documentation; communicate with and educate clients and caregivers on health matters; manage public health nursing program; prepare and deliver speeches and presentations; communicate effectively; handle sensitive inquiries from and contact with officials and the general public; demonstrate cultural competency*; develop and maintain effective working relationships; travel to and gain access to work sites. POSITION NUMBERS AND CLASS TITLES OF POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: None

5 POSITION DESCRIPTION Inside Page 3 of 3 This position description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent. My (employee) signature below signifies that I have reviewed both the Cover Page(s) and the Inside Page(s) of my position description, and that I understand the contents of the position description. (Approval of Appointing Authority) (Date) (Employee Signature) (Date)