Resource Nurse - Registered Nurse
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Resource Nurse to join our dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Sangre de Cristo Community Care is the Southern Colorado leader in enhancing the quality of life and maintaining the integrity of individuals and their families in need of supportive or end-of-life services by offering symptom management, support, comfort, and compassion. As a Resource Nurse you will assist the care team by providing and directing the provision of nursing care, based on agency policy and procedures, through the competent application of the nursing process. Provides coverage for patients and assists with intakes as needed.
Requirements
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse through the Colorado State Board of Nursing.
- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
- Proven capability to manage detailed information.
- Demonstrates autonomy, organization, assertiveness, flexibility, and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.
- Has excellent observation, good nursing judgment and communication skills.
- Must understand the hospice philosophy.
- Must Show Proof of a Tuberculin Skin Test (PPD), TB blood test, and/or CXR, or get one upon employment (An annual assessment for symptoms must be completed thereafter).
- Annual influenza vaccine is required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the state of Colorado.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years’ general nursing experience.
- Current Hospice/Home Health, medical, surgical, or critical care experience.
- IV Skills required.
- Proof of immunizations for MMR (X 2 if born after 1957), D/T and Varicella is recommended, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide and direct the provision of nursing care based on agency policy and procedures through the competent application of the nursing process.
- Provide coverage for patients.
- Assist with intakes as needed.
- Provide good pain/symptom management.
- Provide good written documentation in a timely manner.
- Work within an interdisciplinary team (IDT).
Benefits
- Competitive Salary - $35-$38 per hour
- Mileage reimbursement of sixty-two and a half cents per mile
- Two medical plans
- Health Savings Account with employer funding of $1,000 for Single and $2000 for family
- Dental and vision insurance
- All benefits effective the first day of the month following hire date
- Generous Paid Time Off accrual
- Six paid holidays and two additional floating holidays
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan with 100% vested upon entry and an employer match up to 4%
- Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
- Free roadside assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- On-Demand Pay
- Career & Logo wear
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
