Hospice Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, accompanied by current New Hampshire nursing license, or compact state license through the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Three to four years of recent general medical/surgical or skilled/acute care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with patients and families while explaining the hospice philosophy, available services, program expectations, and bereavement support.
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized Plans of Care in collaboration with physicians, patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver skilled nursing care that promotes comfort, symptom management, and quality of life while honoring each patient's goals and wishes.
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, education, progress, and care plans in accordance with agency standards and regulatory requirements.
• Empower patients and caregivers through education, ensuring they feel confident and supported throughout the hospice journey.
• Partner closely with physicians, social workers, chaplains, home health aides, volunteers, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, compassionate care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and agency committees to continually enhance patient outcomes.
• Attend ongoing education and in-service programs to stay current with best practices and continue your professional growth.
• Travel throughout the Granite VNA service area using your personal vehicle to provide in-home hospice visits and attend team meetings.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Coach, mentor, and support new nursing team members and nursing students as they grow in their careers.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety practices and procedures to protect yourself, your patients, and your colleagues.