Hospice Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Valid license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in both KS and MO.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing principles, procedures, and best practices in long-term care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements governing nursing practices and home health agencies.
• Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50lbs.
• Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.
• Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.
• Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, administering injections, and handling delicate medical instruments.
• Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.
• Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
• The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Nice To Haves

• Some nursing experience in home health preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and medical history.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor and document patient progress, changes in condition, and response to treatments.
• Educate patients and their families on disease processes, medications, and home care techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Provide wound care, catheter care, and other specialized nursing procedures as required.
• Perform health screenings and diagnostic tests, including taking vital signs and managing chronic conditions.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, protocols, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate and up to date patient records and documentation.
• Offer emotional support and guidance to patients and families throughout the care process.
• Perform all other duties assigned.