Hospice RN

Hospice Nurse PositionWe are a leading provider of home health and hospice services in the Philadelphia, PA area. Our mission is to provide exceptional home health and hospice services to patients who need our help the most. We are seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team and help our patients live happier and healthier lives…in their homes.What We Offer:Be part of a unique healthcare company where we can help those in our communities who need our help the mostFlexible hours/work-life balance (full-time or part-time available)Competitive payPaid on a weekly basisMedical/dental/vision/life insurancePaid holidays/PTO/401(k) matchCareer growth opportunitiesGreat and collaborative work environmentPosition Summary: In this Hospice role you are responsible for providing ongoing guidance and direction to the nursing team, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, for patients with life-limiting or terminal illnesses. This is an opportunity to share your skills and compassion with those who genuinely need your support and expertise to facilitate improved quality of life during a challenging time.ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions: Ensures the provision of quality nursing service by assigned staff. Provides ongoing direction, guidance and evaluation of hospice nurses and ensures that professional standards are maintained. Assesses requests for hospice service and initiates measures to provide for meeting identified service needs.Monitoring patient vital signs, including body temperature, heart rate, respiration rate and blood pressureCollaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care.Make frequent visits to the patient to evaluation their condition.Provide support and comfort according to individual patient's needs.Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care.Help in Administering medication.Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease's end phase.Notify a doctor for a patient's condition when deemed necessary.Assist patients and their families with paperwork.Maintain accurate records.Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support.QualificationsProven experience as hospice nurse or registered nurseKnowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effectsCommitted to safety precautions and high ethical standardsSound judgement and attention to detailExcellent communication skills and a compassionate natureCool-tempered and patientEmotional/mental stability and staminaFormal nurse training; certification as hospice nurse is a plusCurrent CPR certificate#MP123