Hospice RN

Job Description

Job Description

Type: Full Time Non-Exempt

Anticipated Schedule: Mon-Fri 8 am to 4:30 pm, one on call shift per month

Position Overview:

As an In-Home Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) with Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality hospice care in the comfort of patients' homes. Your responsibilities encompass providing skilled nursing care, pain management, and emotional support to patients facing end-of-life challenges. You will work collaboratively with a compassionate team of healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the best possible care and comfort during their journey.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Associate Degree in Nursing.

2. Unrestricted Registered Nurse Licensure in Washington State

3. Excellent verbal and written communication.

4. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

5. Moderate computer skills.

6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

7. Available to work on-call a minimum of two-holiday shifts per year.

8. This position is designated as safety-sensitive and will require passing a pre-employment drug testing, which includes cannabis testing in WA State.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

2. Bilingual in Spanish.

 

MISSION, VISION, VALUES

MISSION: Guiding our community members to live their best lives, even and especially through the end of life.

VISION: Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is the recognized source for expert guidance during a crisis, at and through life's end, and following a loss.

VALUES: Accessibility, Integrity, Achievement, Supportive Environment

Join Our Team:

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we’re committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during life’s most challenging times. We invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to meaningful work that touches the heart of our community.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients’ and families' lives.

• Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and caring atmosphere.

• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for learning and career development.

Bring your passion for care to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, where every moment matters. Apply today and start a career that’s as rewarding as it is impactful.

 

Compensation

Hiring Range: $37.67/hour - $57.22/hour

Premiums:

· $2.50/hour Weeknight

· $2.25/hour Weekend day

· $4.75/hour Weekend Night

· $4.00/hour On Call Standby

Note regarding the listed pay range:

Hiring Range: The starting pay range offered to new hires, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

· Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile, for eligible positions.

· Vacation: Accrual of hours each pay period based on hours worked.

· Wellness Days: After the 90-day introductory period, eligible employees can convert up to two sick days into wellness days.

· Annual "Yay Day": Full-time employees receive 1 paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.

· Bereavement Leave: 3 days of bereavement leave after the introductory period for the loss of an immediate family member, household pet, or service animal.

· Sick Time: Earned on an accrual basis.

· Paid Holidays: Ten recognized holidays with no waiting period for new hires.

· Health Benefits: Opt-in for Low Deductible Health Benefits, Vision, and Dental starting the first month following your start date.

· Voluntary Supplemental Benefits: Pet Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Protection plans, and Life Flight.

· Agency-covered benefits: Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1x Annual Salary, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability.

· 401k: You can start contributing right away and up to 5% employer matching after 1 year of employment for eligible employees.

· Premium Pay: Bilingual in Spanish: Verified through ALTA staff testing and Approved Certifications: Premium pay upon review and approval.

· Tuition Assistance: After 1-year of employment, eligible employees can receive up to $5,000 annually in higher education assistance.

· Continuing Education Units: Tri-Cities chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for their credential requirements.

· Certification and Training Opportunities: Employees can partner with their department director on professional goals that benefit the agency and themselves for certification and training opportunities.

 

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Mission, Vision, and Values: Demonstrate support and adherence to the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

2. Community Outreach: Participate in education and outreach activities to promote agency programs, including hospice care, advanced planning, and bereavement services.

3. Policy Compliance: Maintain knowledge of and comply with agency policies, procedures, and practices.

4. Confidentiality: Protect patient and agency information per HIPAA guidelines. Only access information on a need-to-know basis.

5. Transportation: Maintain reliable personal transportation. Maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance per state requirements.

6. Health Requirements: Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization, declinations, or approved accommodations as applicable.

7. Screenings: Pass criminal background and drug screenings.

8. Physical Demands: Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.(see attached physical requirements)

9. Training and Orientation: Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.

10. Continuing Education: Complete ongoing education, policy reviews, and training be designated deadlines.

11. Licensure and Certification: Maintain current licensure(s) and certifications(s) required for the role.

12. Language Proficiency: Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.

13. Work Availability: Be available to work as assigned or scheduled.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Please contact human resources for questions regarding the physical and environmental conditions.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service, and veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

\nCompany Description

The team from Tri-Cities Chaplaincy focuses on the entire person – their physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Supporting residents in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco and surrounding areas of Benton and Franklin Counties, we guide, comfort and care for those experiencing serious illness, crisis, loss and grief.
Our heritage of compassion began in 1971, when a group of Tri-Cities churches established a program to provide outreach to people not being served in jails and nursing homes, and to people coping with dying or the loss of a loved one. In 1981, we accepted our first hospice patient.

Today, Tri-Cities Chaplaincy continues to provide compassionate care to all who need it. Whether you need in-home hospice care, Hospice House, palliative care, grief support or spiritual care, our comprehensive team of experts are focused on one goal: providing expert care so you can make the most of each moment and live your best life.

Company Description

The team from Tri-Cities Chaplaincy focuses on the entire person – their physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Supporting residents in Richland, Kennewick, Pasco and surrounding areas of Benton and Franklin Counties, we guide, comfort and care for those experiencing serious illness, crisis, loss and grief.\r\nOur heritage of compassion began in 1971, when a group of Tri-Cities churches established a program to provide outreach to people not being served in jails and nursing homes, and to people coping with dying or the loss of a loved one. In 1981, we accepted our first hospice patient.\r\n\r\n\r\nToday, Tri-Cities Chaplaincy continues to provide compassionate care to all who need it. Whether you need in-home hospice care, Hospice House, palliative care, grief support or spiritual care, our comprehensive team of experts are focused on one goal: providing expert care so you can make the most of each moment and live your best life.