Hospice RN - Full Time

Company: Assisteo Home Health
Location: Prescott
Posted on: January 7, 2021

Job Description:

Assisteo is now offering a $1500 sign on bonus for RNs that want full time employment!! Contact me today to join a team of professionals.
An extraordinary opportunity to be a part of a culture you can be proud of by joining one of the state's top home health and hospice agencies.
Alone we can do little, together we can do so much! If you would like to become a part of our amazing team and learn what a satisfying day feels like, then please read the full job description below and apply now! Here are just a few of the many reasons why:

• We have been in business since 2008 and have established a stable and strong financial base.
  
• We have achieved consistent, double-digit growth percentages year after year.
  
• Our leaders have open door policies and care about our employees' input, satisfaction, and professional growth.
  
• We do not tolerate unethical behavior or questionable business practices.
  
• We promote our existing employees to leadership positions whenever possible.
  We are looking for a Hospice Nurse to provide care and support to terminally ill patients. Your presence and services should bring comfort to the person who faces the end of their lives and help them reach acceptance and peace of mind.
  For this role, we are looking for a registered nurse who sees the value of hospice care in alleviating pain and suffering. A compassionate nature and excellent interpersonal skills will make you a good candidate for this position. We expect you to be knowledgeable in caring for the terminally ill, performing tasks such as administering medication and providing emotional support.
  The goal is to help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort.
  Responsibilities
  
  • Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
    
  • Make frequent visits to the patient to evaluate their condition
    
  • Provide support and comfort according to individual patient's needs
    
  • Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
    
  • Help in administering medication
    
  • Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease's end phase
    
  • Notify a doctor for a patient's condition when deemed necessary
    
  • Assist patients and their families with paperwork
    
  • Maintain accurate and thorough records
    
  • Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support
    Requirements
    
    • Dedicated experience as hospice nurse or registered nurse
      
    • Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects
      
    • Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
      
    • Proficient in English
      
    • Sound judgement and attention to detail
      
    • Excellent communication skills and a compassionate nature
      
    • Cool-tempered and patient
      
    • Comfortable with autonomy and community resource education
      
    • Formal nurse training; certification as hospice nurse is a plus
      
    • Current CPR certificate
      
    • Current Driver's license

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