PRIMARY REGISTERED NURSE

Description

Primary Registered Nurse (RN) - Oshkosh Territory

At Unity, we are dedicated to honoring life by bringing peace of mind and comfort when it matters most. With over 48 years of compassionate care, we take pride in the supportive and collaborative environment we provide for our team members. By joining Unity, you will become part of a dedicated team of professionals who share our core values of Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, and Accountability. Together, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.   

This position primarily serves as a Primary Case Manager RN, managing an assigned caseload and providing ongoing care and coordination for patients and families in Outagamie and Winnebago counties.

The role also includes a secondary Float RN responsibility. When caseload or census allows, the RN may support the broader team by assisting with patient visits and other clinical needs.

Schedule & Rotation:

• Regular schedule: Four 9-hour shifts per week, with shifts scheduled from either 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. 
• Weekend rotation: Minimum every 3rd weekend (currently every 8th weekend)
  • Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.
  • Opportunity to move to earlier weekend shifts based on seniority
• On-call: Approximately 10–15 shifts per year
• Holidays: Approximately 1–2 shifts per year; holiday shifts are 8 hours and may fall outside regularly scheduled shifts 

Key Job Duties:

1. Provide clinical and supporting case management based on patient’s diagnosis and end-of-life symptoms.
2. Complete initial, comprehensive, and updated assessments of patient and family needs. 
3. Develop, implement and review care plans for patient and family. Update care plan as the needs of the patient and family change
4. Prepare for and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings as scheduled
5. Communicate with all interdisciplinary team members
6. Report appropriate findings and communicate significant changes to attending physician and processes physician/NP orders
7. Teach family members patient care skills and encourage their participation including, but not limited to, pain control, medication management, dressings, hygiene and nutrition 
8. Administer and titrate medication according to physician/nurse practitioner orders 
9. Delegate nursing duties to LPN and supervise care provided by CNA 
10. Prioritize daily work and make adjustments taking into account the needs of patients, Unity and other staff
11. Complete new patient admissions as needed
12. Maintain level of competency in required areas (primary and admissions roles)
13. Comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations as well as policies and procedures of Unity
14. Satisfy mandatory training requirements regarding local, state and federal regulations and/or Unity’s policies and procedures
15. Consistently and concisely document activity according to department protocols and standards
16. Promote and maintain confidentiality
17. Maintain personal and professional boundaries
18. Perform other job-related duties as assigned
19. Maintain regular and reliable attendance
20. Shares in providing 24-hour, seven day-a-week coverage

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities of the Primary Registered Nurse:

• Communicate with all interdisciplinary team members
• Promote and maintain confidentiality
• Maintain personal and professional boundaries
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Shares in providing 24-hour, seven-day-a-week coverage
• Prioritize daily work and make adjustments taking into account the needs of patients, Unity, and other staff.
• Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations as well as policies and procedures of Unity.
• Satisfy mandatory training requirements regarding local, state, and federal regulations and/or Unity’s policies and procedures.

Why Unity? Unity is dedicated to supporting your well-being, growth, and success with a range of valuable benefits!

Health: We provide comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care. On-site health risk assessments and flu shots are also available to keep you and your family well.

Life: Unity values work-life balance, offering paid time off, extended illness and injury bank, bereavement leave, an Employee Assistance Program, and fitness membership reimbursement to support your personal needs and interests outside of work.

Security: For your financial peace of mind, Unity offers a 403(b) retirement savings plan, group life insurance, voluntary life insurance, as well as accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.

Compensation: We reward your skills and commitment with competitive pay, overtime opportunities for hourly roles, and mileage reimbursement.

Career: Grow with Unity through internal and external learning opportunities, education assistance, and leadership development programs designed to support your professional journey.

Unity’s Nurse Fellowship Residency Program supports all newly hired nurses, regardless of prior experience, through a comprehensive 9-month curriculum designed to build essential hospice skills and foundational knowledge.

Unity also supports nurses’ professional growth by covering board certification and recertification costs in hospice and palliative care—CHPN for RNs and CHPLN for LPNs (after 3 years of employment). 

All new employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their date of hire. 

For a full list of benefits: https://unityhospice.org/careers

Choose Unity as the place to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be valued every step of the way. Apply today to join a team that invests in you, both personally and professionally. 

Requirements

Qualifications

1. Current unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Wisconsin
2. Minimum of 2 years RN experience required, equivalent nursing experience may be considered
3. Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, reliable transportation and proof of current automobile insurance coverage