Hospice PRN Registered Nurse

About the role

Bloom Healthcare, a Colorado leader in population health management, home-based primary care, and hospice, is seeking a hospice nurse to join our expanding Hospice team as an Registered Nurse. Nurse's at Bloom hospice have the primary responsibility to provide and coordinate hospice care for our patients. They provide care and help steer the interdisciplinary hospice team ensuring that our patients' physical, emotional and spiritual needs are met. Nurse's educate patients and families about the disease process, help manage and control symptoms, and offer support and strength during difficult times. Care delivery takes place in a community or where the patient resides.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hospice nursing care 1-2 visits every couple of weeks to start.
• Foster therapeutic relationships.
• Conduct thorough nursing assessments.
• Plan and implement effective care.
• Effectively manage pain and symptoms.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on death and dying.
• Support patients and families through the end-of-life processes.
• Address end-of-life ethical concerns.
• Produce accurate documentation in a timely fashion.
• Maintain Bloom's professional conduct standards.

Requirements

• Accredited nursing school graduate.
• Valid TX RN license.
• At least one year in med-surg, emergency or critical care nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment capability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management.
• Computer proficiency.
• Experience in hospice or oncology.
• Understanding of death/dying and bereavement processes.
• CHPN certification.

Qualifications

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. The pay range for this role in the state of Texas typically falls at $55/hour. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, and location within the state.