Hospice Nurse, IPC
About The Position
AccentCare is seeking a full-time Hospice IPC Registered Nurse at Newark Hospital IPC. The role is onsite and scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The nurse provides comprehensive, individualized hospice care to patients and their families, coordinating with physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and caregivers to support compassionate care and appropriate use of resources. The position also includes patient and caregiver education, documentation, emotional and physical support at the time of death, participation in 24/7 care coverage, and collaboration with hospice aides and the broader team.
Requirements
- Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in the state of practice.
- CPR certification is required in Georgia and California.
- Previous experience in hospice, home health, medical-surgical, or population-specific care, such as geriatrics or pediatrics, is required.
- One year of experience is required in Connecticut.
- Willingness to serve on-call and uphold the organization's values and mission as a role model for compassionate care.
- Must have a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and meet minimum state-required liability auto insurance requirements.
- Must be able to perform frequent lifting up to 200 pounds with assistance, walking, standing, sitting, stooping, and driving.
- Must be able to work in varied conditions, including moderate noise, chemicals, outdoor environments, and temperature changes.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for hospice patients and their families.
- Coordinate with physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and caregivers to provide seamless care and ensure proper use of resources.
- Maintain accurate, timely patient documentation and update records throughout the shift to reflect current needs, goals, and interventions.
- Educate and support patients and caregivers on medication use, personal care, mobility, and preparation for end-of-life.
- Provide emotional and physical support at the time of death and participate in 24/7 care coverage alongside the hospice team.
- Attend team meetings, assist with hospice aide supervision, and participate in training and special projects.
- Follow agency and state and federal nursing regulations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Pet insurance
- Access to Calm meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
- Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
- Company store credit for first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
