Registered Nurse - NOC - Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE, YET LARGE OF HEARTHospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life? Please apply today! Full Time NOC-12:00am-8:30am$2.00 shift differential for night shift POSITION SUMMARY:The RN is an experienced registered professional nurse who follows the hospice care plan, provides skilled and palliative care and coordinates the services provided to his/her patients. The RN works cooperatively with the attending physician, and other members of the interdisciplinary Hospice team. The RN participates in patient care conferences and supervises the Home Health Aides assigned. The RN provides care, as described in this position description, to patients who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness. The RN regularly reviews and follows the plan of care. Performs prescribed medical treatments, including pain management and symptom control, conducts assessments and evaluations, reports all changes to the RN case manager, provides education and supportive care to patient and caregiver. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing  Credentials:Current CA RN License. BSN preferred. Certification in Hospice And Palliative Nursing desired Experience:Minimum of one-year experience as a professional nurse within the last 3 years or have a Baccalaureate in Nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing Core Competencies:Demonstrated competency in performance of professional nursing functions. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team Other:Valid driver's license and auto insuranceEXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:**Health insurance coverage, Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid by employer**Matching 401K plan**Free Life Insurance/LTD plan**Continuous professional and clinical training**Generous PTO accrual**Holiday Pay**EAP - Employee Assistance Program**Small service area Hospice of the North Coast is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class"), including, but not limited to, veteran status, race, color, sex, religion, gender identity, national origin or disability status.Disclaimer: For all our employees, we conduct pre-employment drug and physical tests, as well as background checks that include criminal records, employment history, education verification, and an OIG exclusion review.