RN Visits - Hospice Home Care - Weekend Visits

Hospice of the Valley • Gilbert, AZ

11d

About The Position

Hospice of the Valley is seeking a hospice home care RN to provide skilled nursing care according to the treatment and plan of care established 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. The role is part of an interdisciplinary hospice team focused on supporting patients at critical junctures and improving their quality of life. Care takes place primarily in patients’ homes or in facilities where they receive care. This position involves weekend visits.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Arizona RN license 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.
• Assess and manage pain and symptoms effectively.
• 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 help continuously improve 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed