RN Registered Nurse

RN - Registered NurseBristol Hospice Bakersfield, CA - Bakersfield, CA 93309OverviewSalary Range $48.00 - $52.00 Hourly Position Type FT Hourly Job Shift DayDescriptionAre you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) who has incredible assessment skills and enjoy meeting the needs of patients and families? Join our growing Bristol Hospice Team and make a positive impact in the lives of others.Bristol Hospice is a nationwide industry leader committed to providing a family-centered approach in the delivery of hospice services throughout our communities. We are dedicated to our mission that all patients and families entrusted to our care will be treated with the highest level of compassion, respect, and dignity.Our CultureOur culture is cultivated using the following values:Integrity: We are honest and professional.Trust: We count on each other.Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.QualificationsOn an Average Day You Will:(Includes, but not limited to)Complete an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needsProvide a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es)Provide professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing processAssess and evaluate patient's status by:Writing and initiating plan of careRegularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needsParticipating in revising the plan of care, as necessaryInitiate the plan of care and make necessary revisions as patient status and needs changeUse health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosisDevelop a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosisInclude the patient and the family in the planning processRecord pain/symptom management and changes/outcomes as appropriateCommunicate with the physician regarding the patient's needs and report changes in the patient's condition; obtain/receive physicians' orders, as requiredTeach the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques, as appropriateWork in concert with the interdisciplinary groupAll other duties as assignedRequirements:Must have at least one (1) year of acute care experience in an institutional settingOne (1) year of experience in home care preferredMust have a current licensure in the stateMust understand the philosophy of hospice concept and understand needs of the terminally illMust be flexible in work hoursMust demonstrate nursing skills per competency checklistMust demonstrate a willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programsAbility to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice Service AreaWe Got the Perks:Tuition ReimbursementPTO and Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and moreHSA & 401(k) availableMileage Reimbursement for applicable positionsAdvanced training programsPassionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industryJoin a Team that embraces the reverence of life!EEOC StatementBristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.