Hospice House RN

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Reading, PA

7d • $78,605 - $112,500

About The Position

The Overnight Hospice RN performs professional nursing care as a member of the hospice team and provides input into the assessment, planning, and evaluation of nursing services. Under the direction and supervision of the Hospice House RN Manager, the RN is accountable for the quality of care provided and is responsible for delivering nursing care according to the established plan of care for assigned patients.

Requirements

• Active, valid Massachusetts RN license.
• Active American Health Association BLS certification.
• At least 2 years of RN experience in an acute care, rehabilitation, or home care setting.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of hospice experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing visits to assigned patients as directed by the Hospice RN Case Manager or Hospice Clinical Manager.
• Provide hospice nursing care to patients and families using current palliative-care and symptom-management principles to support hospice outcomes.
• Observe, record, and report significant changes in patients’ health status to the physician and Hospice RN Manager.
• Participate in health teaching for patients and families.
• Respect and support patients’ and families’ cultural beliefs and values, individual needs, health goals, and treatment preferences.
• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team using interpersonal and therapeutic communication skills.
• Attend regular interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.
• Follow agency confidentiality principles and federal HIPAA guidelines.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• 403(b).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Reasonable geographic territory with strong clinical support resources.
• Inclusive and diverse team that values staff input.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed