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JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE, YET LARGE OF HEART
Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life? Please apply today!
Looking for RNs or LVNs that would like to work on weekends. Day shift and PM (4:00pm-12:00am) available.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Hospice RN is an experienced registered professional nurse who initiates and coordinates the hospice care plan, provides skilled and palliative care and coordinates the services provided to his/her patients. The RN works cooperatively with the attending physician, Hospice Medical Director, and other members of the interdisciplinary Hospice team. The RN participates in patient care conferences and supervises the Home Health Aides assigned. The RN provides care, as described in this position description, to patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness. The RN regularly reviews and updates the plan of care, performs prescribed medical treatments, including pain management and symptom control, conducts assessments and evaluations, provides education and supportive care to patient and caregiver.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Credentials:
Current CA RN License. BSN preferred. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing desired.
Experience:
Minimum of one-year experience as a professional nurse within the last 3 years or have a Baccalaureate in Nursing
Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class"), including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, sex, religion, gender identity, national origin or disability status.
