PRN Weekend Hospice RN (56284)
About The Position
Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) in Wausau, WI and surrounding areas Seeking a nursing opportunity where you can make a real impact? Interim HealthCare® Hospice is hiring Hospice RNs. In this role, you’ll be the face of courage and the strong arms of support patients and their families need to find comfort and closure during this significant season of life. As the nation’s first home care company, Interim HealthCare Hospice is committed to helping patients live out their days in the most comfortable and meaningful ways. If you share our sentiments and are ready to make a difference, you are made for this! Our Hospice Registered Nurses enjoy some notable benefits: Weekend Hospice RN - PRN One weekend/month Visits rates + mileage reimbursement 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you have an impact Clinician Friendly EMR Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University As a Hospice Registered Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN license in Wisconsin
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, ideally in hospice or home healthcare
- CPR certification
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Clinical proficiency in nursing specialty, strong communication skills and compassion
Responsibilities
- Provide home-based care to patients with six months or less to live, focused on quality of life
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary team comprised of a physician, LPN, CNA, HHA, social worker, chaplain and volunteers to carry out the patient’s plan of care
- Perform patient assessments, check vitals, evaluate breathing, monitor pain, administer prescribed medication and treatments
- Ensure accessibility of medical equipment, prescribed oxygen, medication and other supplies
- Educate family on the patient’s prognosis, changes in care plan, medication and hospice goals
- Take a holistic approach to care that engages the patient’s mind, body, spirit and family
Benefits
- Weekend Hospice RN - PRN
- One weekend/month
- Visits rates + mileage reimbursement
- 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you have an impact
- Clinician Friendly EMR
- Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
- Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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