Registered Nurse - Weekends/On-Call (59443)

OPTIMAL HOSPICE CARE•Denver, CO

126d•Onsite

About The Position

Optimal Hospice is seeking a compassionate and seasoned Registered Nurse (RN) to provide on-call and after-hours support for hospice patients in the CO Springs area. This PRN position offers flexibility, allowing the RN to choose their working days, with a need for support during both weekdays and weekends. The role involves providing visits and care after regular hours, focusing on patient comfort and dignity at the end of life. Optimal Hospice is dedicated to improving patients' quality of life through compassionate care, innovative programs, and advanced technology, embodying core values of commitment, advocacy, respect, and excellence.

Requirements

Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.
Maintains a current CPR certification.
Current valid driver’s license.
Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications, nursing skills per competency checklist.
Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of Hospice experience

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship through the health care continuum.
Provide direct patient care services to hospice patients.
Empower patient's caregivers by educating them on care for their loved one.
Provide coordination of care, ensuring continuous assessment of each patient's and family's needs.
Responsible for documentation and communication of care, medication, and observations made during care of the patient to track responsiveness and health.
Responsible for providing appropriate patient/family education to help patient/family achieve a pain-free and comfortable status.
Manage pain and symptoms so patients can make the most of every day, focusing on living well and with dignity.
Provide compassionate care to patients and their family members at end of life.
Document and connect with the care team through point of care documentation.