Registered Nurse Hospice

Position Summary

The Hospice Registered Nurse acts as the Case Manager for their hospice clients. They work closely with all the members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDG) to create a highly personal and individualized plan of care for their hospice clients. They are responsible for organizing and directing the services for hospice clients, their families and caregivers based on identified needs and client/ family goals.

Qualifications, Skills, And Competencies

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• 1-2 years of recent patient centered care/nursing experience.
• Current state licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing with one year of hospice care experience preferred.
• Strong observation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Physical capability to lift patients and equipment, with considerable walking, standing, reaching, bending, and kneeling.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) match.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health, dental, disability, life, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Travel reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged or considerable walking or standing.
• Ability to lift, position, or transfer patients (up to 50 lbs.).
• Frequently reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching.
• Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate care with LPNs and LNAs.