Inpatient Hospice Nurse, RN (7a-7p)

HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE CARE INC•Goldsboro, NC

About The Position

3HC has provided compassionate care to North Carolinians since 1981. We strive to ensure our patients enjoy life’s journey, recover quickly, live comfortably and face “end of life” with dignity. The Inpatient Hospice Nurse, RN is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to patients requiring continuous inpatient nursing care. Rotates weekends and works weekend shifts as needed.

Requirements

Registered Nurse currently licensed to practice nursing in the state of North Carolina
Minimum of two-years’ experience as a professional nurse, preferably in an oncology/acute care setting

Responsibilities

Abides by and supports 3HC's Compliance Program and Code of Ethics.
Creates positive experiences for internal and external customers that will meet their expectations.
Conducts the admission of the patient to the center
Provides comfort to patient/family to facilitate quality of life and death with dignity.
Completes electronic documentation every shift.
Teaches and counsels the patient/family regarding nursing care needs, related problems with the terminally ill patient, preparation for death, and discharge plans.
Supervises the care given by the Certified Nursing Assistant to assigned patients.
Maintains regular communication with supervisor.
Stays abreast of overall patient care and improves nursing care skills.
Demonstrates an interest in personal and professional growth.
Demonstrates a willingness to be cost-effective in the use of Agency resources, the monitoring of waste, and the proper and safe use of supplies and equipment.
Adheres to 3HC's Personnel Policy and performs other performs other duties as assigned by supervisor to promote the successful operations and future growth of 3HC.