Registered Nurse - Hospice
By US Veterans Health Administration At , Lyons $89,490 - $150,307 a year
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Provide education to patient and family about what to expect in end-of-life.
Pose strong ethical values and communication skills.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Nurse I Level I - An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing, with no additional nursing practice/experience required.
Preferred Experience: 2 - 5 years of RN experience in Hospice, LTC, or Medicine.

Are you looking for a rewarding career as a Registered Nurse in Hospice care? Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families!

Overview:

A Registered Nurse for Hospice Company is responsible for providing compassionate, quality care to terminally ill patients and their families. The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care of patients in accordance with the hospice philosophy and standards of practice.

Detailed Job Description:

The Registered Nurse for Hospice Company will provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care. The Registered Nurse will also provide education to patients and families, coordinate care with other healthcare providers, and document care in accordance with hospice standards. The Registered Nurse will also provide emotional support to patients and families, and ensure that all patient needs are met.

What is Registered Nurse For Hospice Company Job Skills Required?

• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and standards of practice
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Ability to provide education to patients and families
• Ability to coordinate care with other healthcare providers
• Ability to document care in accordance with hospice standards
• Ability to provide emotional support to patients and families
• Ability to ensure that all patient needs are met

What is Registered Nurse For Hospice Company Job Qualifications?

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state of practice
• Minimum of one year of experience in hospice care
• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and standards of practice
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Ability to provide education to patients and families
• Ability to coordinate care with other healthcare providers
• Ability to document care in accordance with hospice standards
• Ability to provide emotional support to patients and families
• Ability to ensure that all patient needs are met

What is Registered Nurse For Hospice Company Job Knowledge?

• Knowledge of hospice philosophy and standards of practice
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of medications and their effects
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques
• Knowledge of patient care plans
• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Knowledge of safety and emergency procedures

What is Registered Nurse For Hospice Company Job Experience?

• Minimum of one year of experience in hospice care
• Experience in providing direct patient care
• Experience in providing education to patients and families
• Experience in coordinating care with other healthcare providers
• Experience in documenting care in accordance with hospice standards
• Experience in providing emotional support to patients and families
• Experience in ensuring that all patient needs are met

What is Registered Nurse For Hospice Company Job Responsibilities?

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Provide education to patients and families