Hospice Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Kentucky and/or Indiana as required by the designated position, or ability to obtain the required license(s) upon offer.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) desired.
• Certification in hospice/palliative care preferred.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of palliative care is helpful.
• Experience using technology-based tools, including an electronic medical record, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify patient and family needs.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and document individualized hospice nursing care in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care and departmental policies and expectations.
• Coordinate care and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group and other medical providers.
• Supervise hospice care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Provide visits to assigned patients in homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, or acute care settings.
• Make home visits based on team nurse coverage needs, unplanned needs, or follow-up needs after new admissions.
• Conduct admission visits for medically eligible patients and facility-to-home admissions as needed.
• Demonstrate excellence in nursing practice and support the organization’s nursing care and services to patients.