HOSPICE REGISTERED NURSE

HOSPICE REGISTERED NURSE Liberty Cares With CompassionAt Liberty Hospice we understand the unique needs of our patients and families facing terminal illness. That is why Liberty Hospice provides our hospice patients with state‑of‑the‑art care and pain management services, delivered by our specially trained staff with emphasis on strength, dignity and compassion. Position: Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) – Full Time (Haywood/Buncombe). Responsibilities Apply a working knowledge of nursing theories and concepts. Responsible for care and documentation that meets reimbursement guidelines. Coordinate physical care of the patient with family, patient, physician and Hospice team. Communicate with patients/families at all levels. Communicate with all agency personnel. Attend and participate in IDT meetings and quality review as scheduled by agency. Qualifications Current RN licensure in state of practice. Successful completion of a nursing education from an approved school of nursing with two years of clinical nursing experience. At least one year of hospice nursing experience preferred. Knowledge of the framework, function, and organization of a home health and hospice care program and the nurse’s role as a member of the patient care team. Working knowledge of the principles and practice of nursing according to nursing practice act, agency policies and procedures, and reimbursement guidelines. 12 hours of continuing education annually. CPR certification. Accept travel based on agency need as well as weekend/evening and holiday call assignments. Background checks and drug‑free workplace. Background checks/drug‑free workplace. EEO. #J-18808-Ljbffr