Field Registered Nurse

Hospice•South Bay, CA

21h

About The Position

Hospice of Grace is seeking a Registered Nurse to create and manage individualized plans of care for patients, primarily those who are terminally ill. The nurse monitors patients’ vital signs and comfort, provides prescribed treatments and pain management, and communicates changes in condition to physicians. The role also includes supporting patients’ loved ones and caregivers with care information, end-of-life education, emotional support, and bereavement resources. Candidates should have hospice nursing experience, current nursing knowledge, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and a compassionate approach to care. Rotational-shift availability is required. Hospice of Grace’s care philosophy centers on compassion, dignity, and helping patients focus on what matters most to them. The organization aims to make hospice nursing available to all eligible patients by removing barriers to access.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in nursing (BSN).
State-approved license and registered nurse (RN) certification.
A minimum of 2 years of experience as a hospice nurse.
Competency with electronic patient and hospice management systems, such as Hospice MD.
In-depth knowledge of monitoring and managing terminally ill patients’ conditions and comfort.
Strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities, and a compassionate nature.
Ability to manage stress and emotional challenges.
Availability to work rotational shifts.

Nice To Haves

Accredited certification in hospice and palliative care preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, nursing assistants, and other stakeholders on care for terminally ill patients.
Prepare and adjust patient care plans as needed.
Visit patients frequently to monitor vital signs and physical comfort.
Perform prescribed treatments and administer pain management medications.
Inform physicians about changes in patients’ conditions.
Provide loved ones and primary caregivers with patient-care information, end-of-life education, and emotional support.
Maintain and update medical charts, patient files, and health records.
Notify attending physicians, hospice staff members, and family members when patients die.
Advise grieving family members about coping techniques, counseling services, and available community resources.