Hospice Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice.
• One year of experience under license.
• Great clinical and communication skills.
• Works well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and CNA leadership.
• Can work independently and on your own on a day-to-day basis with activities that include: phone, email, and written communication, meetings with a variety of healthcare professionals, and an understanding of hospice rules and regulations.
• Time management skills to manage visits, documentation, and meetings (i.e.: schedule visits, attend required meetings, and respond to urgent needs by prioritizing and triaging multiple concerns).
• Ability to learn an electronic medical records system.
• Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, to be able to travel across the service area.

Nice To Haves

• Admissions and On-call experience preferred.
• Work closely with patients on a 1-1 level but get strong support from a patient care team.

Responsibilities

• Providing care and services for a group of hospice patients.
• Visiting patients where they reside, which could include private homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals.
• Completing hospice admissions and patient visits as needed.
• Answering calls from patients, families and customers.
• Making nursing visits for symptom management, deaths, and admissions as needed.
• Being a passionate advocate for both hospice services and Suncrest Hospice.

Benefits

• Actual Work/Life Balance
• Competitive Pay
• Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
• The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades