On Call RN (FT) Sussex County

DELAWARE HOSPICE INC•Milford, DE

About The Position

Delaware Hospice is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide on-call hospice care in Sussex County. The schedule includes a mix of 12 a.m.–8 a.m. and 4 p.m.–midnight shifts, including every other weekend. This exempt position is based in Milford, Delaware. The RN works as part of an interdisciplinary team to coordinate hospice services for patients and families and uses the nursing process to provide quality care in accordance with Delaware Hospice policy. The nurse supports the primary caregiver with patient physical care and participates in coverage of all shifts as needed. Delaware Hospice nurses may care for pediatric patients; specialized training and orientation are available for nurses interested in the Katybug program, which serves children from perinatal age through young adulthood and supports their families. The role requires driving for extended periods and the ability to bend, squat, lift, and turn patients, including lifting 30 to 60 pounds while following safety and ergonomic guidelines. Employees involved in patient care may regularly be exposed to blood, body tissue, and fluids and must follow applicable safety procedures. Delaware Hospice describes its benefits as including comprehensive compensation, insurance coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development assistance, and employee support and recognition programs.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse license to practice professional nursing in the State of Delaware.
Valid driver's license that meets the guidelines outlined in company policy.
Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Minimum of two years of nursing experience; hospice or home care experience is preferred.
CPR certification required.
Ability to bend, squat, drive for extended periods, lift and turn patients, and lift 30 to 60 pounds while following safety and ergonomic guidelines.
Follow applicable safety procedures when exposed to blood, body tissue, and fluids.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing.
Certification in hospice nursing.
Experience in hospice or home care.

Responsibilities

Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate hospice services for patients and families.
Use the nursing process to provide quality nursing care to hospice patients in accordance with Delaware Hospice policy.
Support the primary caregiver in providing physical care for the patient.
Participate in coverage of all shifts as needed.
Provide on-call hospice nursing care, including scheduled overnight and evening shifts and every-other-weekend coverage.