Hospice Nurse RN - 7D on/7D off

Care Initiatives•Sioux City, IA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a compassionate RN seeking to make a profound impact in the lives of patients during their final stages? Join Care Initiatives Hospice as a Hospice Nurse - On Call, where you'll provide comprehensive care that truly matters. Our Hospice Nurse - On Call go above and beyond by meeting patients and families where they feel most comfortable, whether it's at home, a long-term care community, assisted living residence, or hospital. This personalized approach ensures tailored care that meets their unique needs. At Care Initiatives Hospice, we embrace a holistic approach, addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those facing life-limiting illnesses. Working closely with family members and caregivers, we foster a collaborative environment to honor the needs and wishes of our patients and their loved ones. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to provide care with the utmost compassion, dignity, and respect during this significant phase of life. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Care Initiatives is currently hiring an On-Call Hospice nurse. This role offers 7 days on and 7 days off as a FT position. This position takes calls from 4:30 P.M until 8:00 A.M. each night as well as taking calls through the weekend. Some scheduled visits may also be assigned.

Requirements

RN with a minimum of two years of recent clinical nursing experience.
Current, valid CPR certification.
Demonstrated patience and a supportive and sensitive approach to providing patient, family, and caregiver support.
Willingness and ability to provide care in facility and patient home settings.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care to patients during their final stages.
Meet patients and families where they feel most comfortable (home, long-term care, assisted living, hospital).
Address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients facing life-limiting illnesses.
Work closely with family members and caregivers.
Provide care with compassion, dignity, and respect.
Take calls from 4:30 P.M. until 8:00 A.M. each night.
Take calls through the weekend.
Perform scheduled visits as assigned.