Hospice PCC Nurse
About the role
Join By Your Side Hospice Care as a Hospice RN, where you will provide compassionate care to patients and their families during life's most challenging moments. In this role, you will be an essential part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing the quality of life for our patients in South Eastern, Wisconsin.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Care for patients, coordinating and managing care to ensure adherence to hospice policies and procedures.
- Provide direct nursing care, including symptom management and pain control.
- Educate patients and families on end-of-life care and available resources.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records.
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support.
- Advocate for patients' needs and preferences in care decisions.
Requirements
- Current RN license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care.
- Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Compassionate demeanor with a focus on patient-centered care.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Certification in hospice and palliative nursing (CHPN) is a plus.
- Willingness to travel within the service area as needed.
About Us
By Your Side Hospice Care has been serving the South Eastern Wisconsin community for over a decade, providing exceptional end-of-life care with dignity and respect. Our patients and families appreciate our personalized approach, while our employees value the supportive and fulfilling work environment we foster. We are a professional, innovative, customer-centric, and our goal is to be the premier hospice agency providing care and services to patients and their families.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Limited paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification
- RN License (Required)
Able to commute
Milwaukee, WI 53209 (Required)
Work Location
In person
Compensation
$40.00 - $42.00 per hour