Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN)

Bristol Hospice • Hood River, OR

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our growing Bristol Hospice Team as a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with incredible assessment skills who enjoys meeting the needs of patients and families. Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity. This is a Per Diem position with a flexible PRN schedule, covering a 60-mile radius from the Hood River office. Our culture is cultivated using values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect.

Requirements

• Must have at least one (1) year of acute care experience in an institutional setting.
• Must have a current licensure in the state.
• Must understand the philosophy of hospice concept and understand needs of the terminally ill.
• Must be flexible in work hours.
• Must demonstrate nursing skills per competency checklist.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programs.
• Ability to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice Service Area.
• A valid Registered Nurse license in good standing in the state you will work in.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• CPR certification (current).
• Strong observational and communication skills—both written and verbal.
• A flexible, team-oriented attitude and willingness to support additional duties as needed.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience in home care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provide a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
• Provide professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
• Assess and evaluate patient’s status by writing and initiating plan of care, regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs, and participating in revising the plan of care, as necessary.
• Initiate the plan of care and make necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Use health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Develop a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis, and include the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Record pain/symptom management and changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Communicate with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and report changes in the patient’s condition; obtain/receive physicians’ orders, as required.
• Teach the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques, as appropriate.
• Work in concert with the interdisciplinary group.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Make a true difference— one patient, one family, one compassionate moment at a time.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on current and prior medical history.
• Deliver attentive, one-on-one support to patients and their families, ensuring comfort, dignity, and understanding.
• Conduct thorough assessments of physical, emotional, and spiritual needs throughout the care journey.
• Accurately monitor and document vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Administer physician-ordered medications and treatments with skill and empathy.
• Educate patients and their families on care techniques and symptom management.
• Track and communicate changes in patient condition, ensuring timely and effective responses.
• Keep detailed and up-to-date clinical notes to reflect patient progress and quality of care provided.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Contribute to other supportive duties as part of a compassionate, mission-driven team.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
• HSA & 401(k) available
• Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
• Advanced training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement – We invest in your continued growth
• Paid Time Off & Holidays – Because your well-being matters
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability
• 401(k) & HSA – Plan for your future with confidence
• Mileage Reimbursement – For applicable travel and visits
• Advanced Training Programs – Elevate your skills, expand your impact

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed