Registered Nurse (RN) Community Hospice - Hospice West

Trinity Health•Albany, NY

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Community Hospice has a wonderful opportunity for a full-time RN (Monday to Friday) to work as part of our Hospice Home Care Team caring for patients and families in the west Albany and Schenectady county areas. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with a team (our teams include Aides, medical directors with specialized expertise in end of life care, social workers, chaplains, complementary therapists and volunteers).

Requirements

A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
1 year experience as an RN required-preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle
The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written
High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers
Understanding of Hospice principles preferred

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred
preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
Understanding of Hospice principles preferred
Training provided in end of life care.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, to develop a comprehensive plan of care to provide added support to patients and families in their homes.
Work closely with a team (our teams include Aides, LPNs, medical directors and NPs with specialized expertise in end of life care, social workers, chaplains, complementary therapists and volunteers).