Looking to truly make a difference in the lives of patients? Consider joining our Hospice Care Team and provide exceptional clinical care in the environment most desired by patients- their home. As the region’s leader in health care at home, we are committed to providing compassionate, high quality care with a positive patient experience. We serve the community and our staff, ensuring a supportive, positive and inclusive environment, driven by our mission. Join us and be part of a cohesive team of nurses, therapists, aides, medical social workers and more! Offering paid training, state of the art equipment, pleasant work environment and generous benefits package. EOE
We have an open position for a Hospice Registered Nurse to work full time 40 hrs. a week caring for our hospice patients in their own homes and facilities where we provide hospice care. The RN will work collaboratively with a team of clinicians responsible for end of life care for our patients.
Hospice Registered Nurse Job Qualifications:
Duties include:
Assess the patient and follow a comprehensive plan of care for nursing
Provide ongoing assessment/observation of patients, assuring an accurate evaluation of patient needs
Maintain current and accurate patient records
Have good organizational and communication skills
Be able to function independently in a home setting with minimal supervision
Be able to maintain relationships and communication with patients, families, and care team
Case management
Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care, Oncology or end-of-life experience is preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
Excellent communication and computer skills required
NH RN license and CPR certification required
Experience with EMR, we use Netsmart formerly Allscripts
Experience
Preferred
1 - 2 years: oncology, palliative care or end of life experience certification in hospice palliative care RN a plus!
Education
Required
Associates or better in Nursing
Preferred
Bachelors or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Required
Drivers License
CPR Certification
Registered Nurse
Skills
Required
Team Oriented
Teaching
Reliable
Influencing
Interpersonal Skills
Encouragement/Encouraging
Examining
Empathy
Driving
Data Collection
Commitment
Critical Thinking
Computer
Compassion
Comforting
Active Listening
Behaviors
Required
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
