Registered Nurse Hospice

Organization Overview Villa Marie Claire is a compassionate and innovative 20-bed residential hospice located in Saddle River, NJ. The facility employs skilled staff and natural surroundings to provide a home‑like environment combined with an around‑the‑clock, specialized care team. Patients benefit from private rooms with bath and views of the grounds, and the family‑focused philosophy invites participation of loved ones, pets, and offers overnight accommodations for family members. A Brief Overview Responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of direct care to assigned patients with simple to complex health care needs in inpatient, outpatient, and procedural areas. Works in an environment requiring continual response to dynamic patient acuity changes with rapidly changing nursing care responsibilities. What you will do Delivers patient care in accordance with the ANA Scope and Standards of Care and Practice, Patient Bill of Rights and the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. Delivers patient care in accordance with specialty specific standards (e.g., Oncology Nurses Association, American Association of Critical Care Nurses) as appropriate. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the patient plan of care according to changing health care needs. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient teaching using appropriate education resources and evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching. Models effective leadership skills through role modeling, mentoring and effective communication. Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned. Directly delegates and supervises the practice of ancillary staff (LPN’s, PCA’s, Tech’s, Unit Secretaries, etc.) and is knowledgeable of the tenets of the NJ Scope of Practice guidelines. Supports a professional practice environment by functioning as a role model and resource person and also functions as a preceptor for nursing staff and participates in the orientation of other unit employees. Participates in unit‑based and organization‑wide activities, committees, and community activities as appropriate. Identifies own learning needs with respect to nursing practice and pursues educational support to meet these needs. Routinely utilizes Evidence Based Practice literature, policy and procedure manuals and other available reference materials to ensure consistency and accuracy in the delivery of care. Participates actively in the Performance Improvement process to evaluate the quality of nursing care delivered to patients. Education Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Bachelor's Degree BSN preferred. Will consider newly licensed graduates. Experience Qualifications Minimum one‑year current clinical experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent clinical assessment skills, communication skills, and time management skills. Licenses and Certifications RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure. Current NJ License upon hire required. BCLS – Basic Life Support BLS through American Heart Association, upon hire, is required. Benefits 401(k). 401(k) matching. Dental insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible schedule. Flexible spending account. Health insurance. Life insurance. Paid time off. Tuition reimbursement. Vision insurance. Pay Range $44.00/hour - $55.00/hour. Job Type Full-time. Expected hours: 36 per week. Medical Specialty Hospice & Palliative Medicine. Physical Setting Inpatient. Work Location In person. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr