RN Inpatient Services - PCU SWAT - 3p-11:30p

Hospice of the Valley • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Hospice of the Valley is a mission-driven, not-for-profit hospice serving the Phoenix metropolitan area. The organization describes a supportive, team-oriented culture with leadership support, autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful work.

The hospice home care RN provides skilled nursing care according to the treatment and plan of care designated by the patient, family, physician, and interdisciplinary team. The nurse educates patients and families about the disease process, helps manage pain and other symptoms, and offers support to people in distress. Care takes place primarily in the patient’s home or in a facility where the patient receives care. The nurse works as part of an interdisciplinary hospice team to support patients and improve their quality of life at critical junctures.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Arizona RN licensure in good standing.
• At least one year of recent professional nursing experience in medical, surgical, or critical care.
• Strong clinical assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solution-driven, creative, and resourceful problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time well and perform assigned duties with attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospice or oncology experience.
• Knowledge of the death, dying, and bereavement process.
• CHPN certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments.
• Plan care and intervene effectively.
• Provide effective pain and symptom assessment and management.
• Promote patient safety.
• Facilitate smooth transitions between care environments.
• Provide effective teaching to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Support the death and dying process.
• Manage end-of-life ethical issues effectively.
• Collaborate in providing patient care.
• Create timely and accurate documentation.
• Use resources effectively and efficiently.
• Adhere to scope of practice and Hospice of the Valley standards, and facilitate continuous improvement of processes and services.
• Maintain and enhance professional skills.
• Adhere to high standards of personal and professional conduct.

Benefits

• Supportive work environment with a culture of caring for patients and one another.
• Competitive wages and an excellent benefit program.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible schedules for work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time