Hospice Registered Nurse FT

We seek a compassionate hospice nurse to provide our terminally ill patients with quality care. In this role, you will assess patients' medical conditions, maintain patients' comfort during the final stages of life, and provide loved ones with guidance and support.ResponsibilitiesCollaborating on terminally ill patients' care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, nursing assistants, and other stakeholders.Preparing and adjusting patient care plans as needed.Frequently visiting patients to monitor vital signs and physical comfort levels.Performing prescribed treatments and administering pain management medications.Informing physicians about changes in patient's conditions.Providing loved ones and primary caregivers with patient care information, end-of-life education, and emotional support.Maintaining and updating medical charts, patient files, and health records.Notifying attending physicians, hospice staff members, and family members of patients' deaths when they occur.Advising grieving family members on coping techniques, counseling services, and available community resources.Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor of Science degree in nursing (BSN).State-approved licensure and registered nurse (RN) certification.Accredited certification in hospice and palliative care is preferred.A minimum of 2 years experience as a hospice nurse.Competency in electronic patient and hospice management systems, such as e-MDs Charts and Consolo.In-depth knowledge of monitoring and managing terminally ill patients' conditions and comfort.Superb analytical and diagnostic skills.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities, as well as a compassionate nature.Exceptional ability to manage stress and emotional challenges.Availability to work rotational shifts.

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