Hospice (Registered Nurse) RN

Lorian Health • San Diego, CA

6d • $53 - $57

About The Position

Lorian Health is hiring a Hospice Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered hospice and palliative nursing care in patients’ homes and community settings in San Diego East and South. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with availability required for one weekend rotation. The nurse supports patients and families through assessment, care planning, symptom management, education, coordination, and end-of-life care. Case management duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of practice.
• If IV- or ET-certified, maintain current certification recognized by the state(s) where practicing as an RN.
• At least one year of recent experience in a home health or hospice setting, obtained within the last three years.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care to hospice patients and their families in home and community settings.
• Complete comprehensive and ongoing assessments to identify patient and family needs.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized hospice and palliative care plans.
• Assess and manage pain, symptoms, medications, and treatments in accordance with the patient’s plan of care.
• Serve as a case manager when assigned and coordinate care across the patient’s interdisciplinary hospice team.
• Educate patients and families on medications, symptom management, disease progression, and comfort-focused care.
• Communicate changes in patient condition and care needs with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and ensure continuity of care.
• Support patients and families with physical, emotional, and end-of-life care needs.
• Coordinate necessary equipment, supplies, and services to support quality patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, quality improvement activities, and continuing education.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement.
• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including an employee assistance program.
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Collaborative, mission-driven team.

What This Job Offers

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