HOSPICE REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Hospice Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care and support to patients in their homes. The RN will assess patient needs, develop and implement individualized plans of care, provide patient and family education, and help manage symptoms to maintain comfort and quality of life.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide skilled nursing care and health counseling according to physician orders and agency policies.
Conduct initial patient visits to assess physical and emotional conditions, care needs, and available resources.
Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans based on patient assessments and physician treatment plans.
Provide patient and family education regarding care plans, symptom management, and standards of care.
Monitor patient conditions and provide appropriate interventions to manage pain and other symptoms.
Perform scheduled visits and respond to as-needed visits, including end-of-life and death visits.
Participate in on-call coverage and provide timely nursing support when needed.
Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality, compassionate hospice care.

SCHEDULE:

Approximately 15 hours per week.
Hybrid schedule consisting of scheduled patient visits and on-call coverage.
Some visits will be scheduled at the beginning of the shift, with additional visits as needed.
Most remaining shift time will involve on-call availability.

REQUIREMENTS:

Active Michigan RN license at the time of submission.
Minimum of 2 years of hospice experience.
Experience with Home Care Home Base (HCHB) required.
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Willingness to participate in scheduled visits and on-call coverage.
Ability to travel between patient locations preferred.
OASIS experience preferred.

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Registered Nurse - Hospice

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