Registered Nurse (RN) - Community Hospice - Nursing Homes
Trinity Health•Albany, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Community Hospice has a wonderful opportunity for a FT RN to work as part of our Hospice Care Team caring for patients and families in local Nursing Homes. This role involves case management of patients in the nursing home setting, responding to symptom management needs, and coordinating with the team to provide support to residents and families. The workdays are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, with no weekends or on-call duties. The RN will oversee and collaborate with the nursing home staff in the care of hospice patients.
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
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Long term care experience highly preferred
- Previous hospice experience preferred but NOT required
Responsibilities
- Case manage patients in the Nursing home setting
- Respond to symptom management needs of Hospice patients
- Coordinate with the team to provide added support to residents and families
- Oversee and be collaborative with the nursing home in the care of the hospice patient
Benefits
- Full benefits through St Peters Health partners
- National pre-taxed mileage reimbursement
- Meetings and charting conducted via supplied lap top
- Comprehensive orientation provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
