RN - Hospice

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice • Lenexa, KS

6d

About The Position

Enhabit Hospice RNs care for patients in the final stages of life, working with patients, their families, and other health care professionals. Nurses work in private homes, residential care facilities, nursing centers, and other hospice care environments. They may supervise licensed vocational/practical nurses and nursing aides. The role calls for compassionate communication with patients and families, keen observation skills, high ethical standards, and sound judgment about when to alert doctors and others to changes in patients’ conditions.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Automobile liability insurance.
• Dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of clinical experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous home health or hospice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with patients, their families, and other health care professionals during the final stages of patients’ lives.
• Provide care in private homes, residential care facilities, nursing centers, and other hospice care environments.
• May supervise licensed vocational/practical nurses and nursing aides.
• Observe patients’ conditions and alert doctors and others to changes as needed.
• Communicate compassionately with patients and families.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off for full-time employees.
• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Incentive bonus opportunities.
• Continuing education and scholarship opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed