Hospice RN

Duties:
- Provide compassionate and quality care to patients in hospice settings
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Monitor and assess patient's condition and report any changes to the healthcare team
- Assist with pain management and symptom control
- Educate patients and their families on end-of-life care options and provide emotional support
- Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals, including social workers, chaplains, and therapists
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic health record systems such as Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks

Experience:
- Minimum of [X] years of experience as a Hospice Nurse
- Proficient in providing care for patients of all ages, including toddlers, neonates, and elderly individuals
- Knowledge of coding and billing practices related to hospice care
- Familiarity with infection control protocols in a healthcare setting
- Experience in providing specialized care for patients with dementia or other cognitive impairments
- Familiarity with the use of neonatal ventilators for respiratory support
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80.00 - $300.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Physical setting:

• JCAHO accredited facility

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person