Hospice RN

Hospice RN at Grand County Hospice

At Grand County Hospice, we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care to our patients and their families. As a leader in hospice care, we believe in treating every patient with dignity and respect in their preferred place of care – usually in their home. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to join our interdisciplinary team. The RN will provide skilled nursing care and support to terminally ill patients and their families in accordance with the patient's plan of care and hospice philosophy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients' needs and coordinate individualized care plans.
• Provide pain and symptom management consistent with the hospice plan of care.
• Educate and support patients and families regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, end-of-life issues, and the hospice philosophy.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, social workers, chaplains and volunteers.
• Participate in on-call rotation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational policies.

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Utah or compact state RN license.
• Minimum of 3 year of nursing experience, preferably in hospice, home health or palliative care.
• Strong clinical assessment skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Compassionate demeanor and ability to support patients and families during difficult times.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required for home visits. Mileage reimbursement $.70 per mile.
• Current BLS Certification.
• On-Call 1-3 shifts per week, to include 3 weekends during the 13 week contract depending on staffing levels. Able to respond within 45 minutes to patient needs when on call.
• Able to work holiday.
• Hospicesoft/careficient EMR experience preferred.

Spectacular Location: Welcome to Moab, Utah, where Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are just a part of the breathtaking red rock landscapes that surround this charming town. Nestled at the base of the LaSal Mountains and along the banks of the Colorado River, small-town friendliness coupled with unparalleled natural beauty make this a great place to call home. Thanks to its perfect climate, Moab offers year round recreation opportunities, and is renowned for mountain biking, rock climbing, jeeping, hiking and river activities. There are an array of restaurants, microbreweries, art galleries and special events that create a vibrant community to live in.

Moab Regional Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace, and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check. Moab Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Moab Regional Hospital makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.