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Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION The VITAS RN is a member of the interdisciplinary team who work together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal illness and bereavement. The VITAS RN is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each patient’s and family’s needs, initiates interventions for patients and families and implementation and oversight of the interdisciplinary plan of care. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Follows VITAS policies and standards (See VITAS Standards Manual) and practices within the scope of the RN license and has knowledge of hospice eligibility requirements. Case Management and Supervision  Coordinates all service delivery including review of entries in the record made by after hours, patient and family education, dispatching of interdisciplinary visits, and coordination of services with external vendors and resources as needed.  Provides support and collaboration with IDG and after hours staff to ensure favorable patient outcomes.  Supervision of (VITAS employed and contracted) nursing tasks delegated to Hospice Aides, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (and contracted Registered Nurses) and Volunteers per the plan of care.  Reports any request to practice outside of scope of license to the manager/supervisor.  Documents interactions with patients, families, contacts, and vendors in the patient record to include the assessment, plan of care, caller agreement to the plan, any actions and interventions and the resolution of each patient/family interaction at the time of the event.  Completes in person visit documentation at the location of care unless otherwise directed.  Provides education and training to patients, families, caregivers and referral sources in the care of the patient, including pain management.  Participates in patient care meetings as assigned.  Participates in bereavement support.  Participates in the on-call rotation and/or provides shifts during non-business hours such as evenings, weekends and holidays based upon identified needs.  Provides visits /shifts in program coverage area.  Works with IDG to develop, coordinate, and follow the patient’s individualized plan of care.  Obtains physician orders when necessary.  Provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill.  Evaluates the outcome of services.  Appropriately delegates nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses.  Connecticut –For activities other than those listed in section 19-13D69(d)(3) of the Connecticut Department of Public Health delegated to a Hospice/Homemaker, the RN will document in the clinical record that: i. All factors pertinent to the patient’s safety, including the competence of the Hospice Aide/Homemaker have been assessed. ii. Determination that this activity can be delegated safely to a Hospice Aide/Homemaker.  Provides nursing care including nursing tasks that may be delegated to other roles such as LPNs, HAs and Volunteers.  Participates in and monitors patient and family care compliance activities.  Professionally manages/coordinates the hospice plan of care.  Provides and follows infection control practices.  Delivers care in accordance with the patient’s plan of care.  Provides primary nursing care for inpatient and continuous care patients as assigned.  Participates in the orientation of new team members as assigned by the supervising manager.  Attends regularly scheduled in-services, staff meetings, and educational conferences.  Instructs and documents appropriate use of medications, home medical equipment and supplies.  Appropriately utilizes the resources such as Pharmacy, HME, agency staff, and transportation services. Quality Improvement  Participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program and related activities as assigned. This may include, but is not limited to participation in Performance Improvement Project(s) (PIP).  Gathering clinical data which is used for quality measures. Professional Development  Develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives personally and per Team Manager reviews.  Responsible for attending orientation and regularly scheduled in-services/educational conferences as assigned.  Participates in orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers and other IDG members as assigned.  Participates in training activities internally within VITAS and externally as assigned.  Seeks certification in the specialty of hospice nursing when qualified to do so. Customer Service  Maintains focus on the patient and family experience of care.  Serves as a patient and family advocate.  Reports patient/family/customer complaints to Team Manager.  Participates in patient/family/customer conflict resolution as applicable.  Represents the nursing profession, the VITAS site/location and VITAS overall in a positive manner.  Serves as the patient and family advocate by communicating with the attending physicians, long term care facility staff, case managers, and others external to VITAS as necessary.  Promotes a customer service-oriented approach to care delivery. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job duties assigned by their supervisor or management. JOB REQUIREMENTS  In order to see patients in-person must have reliable transportation to be used for work with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers as applicable.  Cellular Telephone available. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this of seeing patients in-person, the employee is regularly required to:  Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required.  Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds.  Sit, stand or walk in excess of one hour per day.  The employee will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch.  Talk hear, and have visual abilities including close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. QUALIFICATIONS  Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program/patient is located.  A minimum of one year of nursing experience.  Equivalent experience or licensure may be considered.  Ability to work as a team player and multi-task.  Proficient in customer conflict resolution and crisis management.  Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods and procedures; anatomy and physiology; medical supplies and equipment used in nursing practice; and the uses and effects of medications including narcotics.  Working knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to registered nursing and the scope of practice limitations of clinic support staff.  Ability to work weekends and holidays as necessary to support the operations of the Care Connection Center. ADDITONAL QUALIFICATIONS TO PROVIDE AFTER HOURS TRIAGE  One year of customer service/call center experience preferred.  Eligible for licensure in other states VITAS Triage services are located.  Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as demonstrated effective telephone skills.  Ability to type 40 WPM.  May be required to obtain additional nursing licenses, based on business needs. EDUCATION  Graduate from an accredited school with an associate or bachelor’s degree in Nursing. ACCOMMODATIONS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. DIRECTION RECEIVED Reports directly to the Team Manager.

Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION The Admission Nurse is a registered nurse and an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present VITAS services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 2. Evaluate patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g. medical records review as requested., 3. Obtain agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria., 6. Maintain clinical and professional competence., 9. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned JOB REQUIREMENTS 4. Ability to use the VITAS information system and mobile technology platforms., 5. Reliable means of transportation. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to: • Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required., • Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds, • Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day, • Talk and hear, • Specific vision abilities required by this job include:, • Close vision, • Distance vision DIRECTION RECEIVED The Admission Nurse reports to the Admissions Manager designated in the location. In the event the location does not have an Admissions Manager the Admissions Nurse will receive direction from the Patient Care Administrator or program designee QUALIFICATIONS • Currently licensed as a R.N. in the state where duties are performed., • Previous hospital, physician practice, LTC or ALF experience, • Strong Presentation Skills, • Bachelor’s degree preferred, • Previous sales or service experience preferred

Schedule -Saturday- Sunday 8a-8p Every other weekend WHO WE ARE We are a nurse-founded hospice organization and a pioneer in end-of-life care since 1978. We are carers who advocate for our patients and their loved ones at the bedside. We take care of each other. We are proud to make a difference. We are VITAS. WHAT YOU’LL DO As a home care RN, you will do the critically important job of ensuring hospice patients are comfortable, while forging compassionate, meaningful connections. This is important work that comes with huge responsibility. Patients and families trust VITAS RNs to guide them through one of life’s most difficult experiences, and honoring that trust will be your highest priority.. You will be a respected member of our team, both as a caregiver and as a hospice educator. You will be entrusted with the autonomy to make care decisions at the bedside, ensuring not a moment is wasted in bringing comfort to your patients. You will help patients and their loved ones understand and embrace the palliative—rather than curative—nature of hospice and the benefits of comfort-focused end-of-life care. WHERE YOU’LL WORK The On Call RN position is responsible for working together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal illness and bereavement. The 24/7 Telephone Triage Nurses filter and triage all calls. The On-Call nurse will only get a call to see new emergent admissions, death visits or anything that cannot be handle via telephone. They will receive their schedule and will be required to go to any of our locations to provide care for their patient. Responsibilities may include completing a RN admission, visiting a patient at an ALF, nursing home facility, home, hospital, or medical facility. The On Call nurse will work directly with the patient. The total amount of visits may vary per day. This position requires a medical license. • Friday 5pm - Monday 8am, • Salaried role, • Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, 0.70/ Mile A VITAS nurse is the end-of-life caregiver everyone deserves. In addition to having your RN license and the qualifications described below, you will embody compassion, empathy, and dedication. You will keep patients at the center of your practice, doing your best each day in service of our mission: Meeting people with comfort and dignity at the end of their life’s journey. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE REGISTERED NURSE, RN • Currently licensed to practice nursing in New Jersey where the VITAS program is located., • A minimum of two years of nursing experience in hospice, home health, or community health or hospital setting, • Registered Nurse, RN, has reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers.

Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION The VITAS RN is a member of the interdisciplinary team who work together to meet the physical, medical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual needs of hospice patients and families facing terminal illness and bereavement. The VITAS RN is designated to provide coordination of care, ensure continuous assessment of each patient's and family's needs and implementation of the interdisciplinary plan of care. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Case Management and Supervision a. Follows VITAS policies and standards (See VITAS Standards Manual) and practices within the scope of the RN license and has knowledge of hospice eligibility requirements. b. Reports any request to practice outside of scope of license to the manager/supervisor c. Supervision of (VITAS employed and contracted) nursing tasks delegated to Hospice Aides, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (and contracted Registered Nurses) and Volunteers per the plan of care d. Completes initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments including physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and bereavement in order to provide palliation of end of life symptoms e. Appropriately identifies/utilizes resources, referrals such as PT, OT, Home Health, Dietary, Pharmacy, Supplies, Home Medical Equipment, and other visits/consults £ Completes documentation at the time of the event and at the location of care unless otherwise directed g. Provides education and training to patients, families, caregivers and referral sources in the care of the patient, including pain management h. Participates in patient care meetings as assigned i. Participates in weekly team meetings j. Provides effective communication/shift reports through written, verbal, reporting and body language k. Participates in bereavement support 1. Participates in the on-call rotation and/or provides shifts during non-business hours such as evenings, weekends and holidays based upon program-identified needs m. Provides visits/shifts in program coverage area n. Works with IDG to develop, coordinate, and follow the patient's individualized plan of care o. Obtains physician orders when necessary p. Provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill q. Evaluates the outcome of services r. Appropriately delegates nursing tasks to Hospice Aides/Homemakers, Volunteers, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses i. Connecticut -For activities other than those listed in section 19-13D69(d)(3) of the Connecticut Department of Public Health delegated to a Hospice/Homemaker, the RN will document in the clinical record that: 1. All factors pertinent to the patient's safety, including the competence of the Hospice Aide/Homemaker have been assessed 2. Determination that this activity can be delegated safely to a Hospice Aide/Homemaker s. Provides nursing care including nursing tasks that may be delegated to other roles such as LPNs, HAs and Volunteers t. Participates in and monitors patient and family care compliance activities u. Professionally manages/coordinates the hospice plan of care v. Provides and follows infection control practices w. Delivers care in accordance with the patient's plan of care i. Provides primary nursing care for inpatient and continuous care patients as assigned 2. Quality Improvement a. Participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Program and related activities as assigned. This may include, but is not limited to b. participation in Performance Improvement Project(s) (PIP) c. Gathering clinical data which is used for quality measures 3. Professional Development a. Develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives personally and per Team Manager reviews b. Responsible for attending orientation and regularly scheduled in-services/educational conferences as assigned c. Participates in orientation of Hospice Aides, Volunteers and other IDG members as assigned d. Participates in training activities internally within VITAS and externally as assigned 4. Customer Service a. Maintains focus on the patient and family experience of care b. Serves as a patient and family advocate c. Reports patient/family/customer complaints to Team Manager d. Participates in patient/family/customer conflict resolution as applicable e. Represents the nursing profession, the VITAS site/location and VITAS overall in a positive manner JOB REQUIREMENTS Reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage for driver and passengers. Telephone available (cellular or land line) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to: Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision Distance vision Ability to adjust focus The employee will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. QUALIFICATIONS: Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located. A minimum of one year of nursing experience, Equivalent experience or licensure may be considered DIRECTION RECEIVED Reports directly to the Team Manager.

Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION The VITAS Hospice Aide is a non-exempt employee trained to provide personal care and homemaking services to the terminally ill to augment care given by family members. She/He functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the VITAS RN and/or the VITAS Team Manager. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Hospice aides are assigned to a specific patient by a registered nurse that is a member of the interdisciplinary team. Written patient care instructions for a hospice aide must be prepared by a registered nurse who is responsible for the supervision of the hospice aide. A hospice aide provides services that are: o Ordered by the interdisciplinary group o Included in the plan of care o Permitted to be performed under state law by such hospice aide o Consistent with the hospice aide training The duties of a hospice aide may provide include the following: o The provision of hands-on personal care o The performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services o Assistance in ambulation or exercises including the use of assistive devices o Assistance in administering medications that are ordinarily self-administered o NJ hospice aides may not assist with medications o Assistance with nutrition including preparation of special diets and feeding o Promotion of patient’s quality of life by assisting with involvement in desired activities o Accompanying patient to medically related appointments o Assisting primary caregiver to learn basic patient care through demonstration of care techniques o Providing homemaking services for the patient such as: o Preparation of simple meals o Laundry o Housekeeping o Running errands/grocery shopping OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: o Practices infection control measures per VITAS standards, polices and procedures o Observes, reports and accurately documents patient status and patient care activities per VITAS standards, policies and procedures o Participates in the preparation and execution of the plan of care o Completes a minimum of 12 hours of in-service training per year o In CT, 6 hours shall address topics related to hospice care o Participates in Quality Improvement activities o Maintains job specific training for area assigned as required o A hospice aide must report changes in the patient's medical, nursing, rehabilitative, and social needs to a registered nurse, as the changes relate to the plan of care and quality assessment and improvement activities o Provide least restrictive environment by encouraging independence and patient participation in care as desired o Provide comfort care to patient and family through basic emotional support and care based on hospice philosophy o Demonstrates respect for patient and his/her property and maintains patient privacy o Recognizes emergencies and responds per VITAS standards, policies and procedures o Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and healthy environment o All other duties as assigned THE HOSPICE AIDE MAY NOT: 1. Change sterile dressing, 2. Irrigate body cavities (such as an enema), 3. Irrigate a colostomy or wound, 4. Perform a gastric lavage or gavage, 5. Catheterize a patient, 6. Administer medications, 7. Apply heat by any method, 8. Care for a tracheotomy tube, 9. Suction a patient ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:  Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required  Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds  Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day  Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by this job include:  Close vision  Distance vision  Ability to adjust focus The employee will be required to sit and stoop, kneel and crouch. QUALIFICATIONS 1. High School graduate or equivalent preferred, 2. One year direct patient care in an institutional setting preferred, 3. Currently in good standing with state nurse aide registry if applicable by state State Allowable Training/Certification AL, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IN, MI, PA, TX, VA, WI CNA, HHA, HA CA CHHA CT Homemaker-Home Health Aide IL HHA, NA KS Home Health Aide certificate MO Home Health Aide NJ Homemaker-Home Health Aide OH Home Health Aide 6) Provides documentation of having passed a skills test and written / oral test demonstrating those competencies identified in CFR Title 42 Chapter 418.76. In lieu of such documentation, a newly hired Hospice Aide must demonstrate skills and written / oral competency prior to working independently with the patient.  CT: State-specific skills checklist / competency form required  GA: Competency must be completed upon hire  MO: State-specific skills checklist / competency form required SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Ability to travel per job requirements, 2. Telephone available in home, 3. Ability to read, write and report clinical information DIRECTION RECEIVED 1. Reports directly to the VITAS Team Manager, 2. Supervised by a Registered Nurse, 3. See VITAS Standard Hospice Aide Supervision

Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION The LPN/LVN administers nursing care according to the plan of care to terminally ill patients admitted to the VITAS program, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the State where the VITAS program is located. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides direct skilled bedside nursing care., 2. Evaluates patient/family needs and assists in the preparation and execution of the interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient on the team. 3. Performs selected acts in the care of the terminally ill under the supervision of a registered nurse; such acts include the administration of treatments and medications. 4. Evaluates effectiveness of treatments and monitors patient's reactions., 5. Maintains a clean and safe environment., 6. Maintain accurate clinical notes on interdisciplinary charts., 7. Reports significant findings or changes in the patient's condition to the registered nurse, Team Manager or Physician. Documents reports in clinical notes. 8. Participates in Nurse LPN/LVN on-call rotation/schedule as assigned in order to meet the needs of patients and families. JOB REQUIREMENTS Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work with required liability insurance and license. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to: Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision Distance vision Ability to adjust focus The employee will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an approved school of Practical/Vocational nursing., 2. Currently licensed to practice nursing in the state where the VITAS program is located. 3. At least one year, preferably two years, of satisfactory nursing experience, at least one year of which is as an LPN/LVN in a hospital, hospice, home health, or community health setting". DIRECTIONS RECEIVED Reports to the Vitas Nurse Supervised by a Registered Nurse

Develop nurse, liaison, program scheduler, and other admissions staff leadership skills through utilization of Admissions Training, coaching, mentoring, and modeling in remote and face-to-face interactions on weekly, daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, and as-needed. Develop a customer-serv