Hospice Registered Nurse

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Summary Category: Registered NursesPosition Type: Full-TimeLocation: Huntsville, ALCompany: Southern Care New Beacon HospiceEducation:Registered NurseExperience:A minimum of one (1) year experience as an RN, either in acute care hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice or home health. School internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in individual cases.Hospice or palliative care experience preferredLicenses, Certifications and/or Registration:Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employmentCPR CertificationCurrent automobile insurance and valid driver's licenseSpecialized Knowledge and Skills:Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services; excellent patient assessment skills; knowledge of community resources; good oral and written communication skills; documentation and program management; knowledge of general nursing practice; thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, ACHC, and human resource management principles).Working Conditions:Patient's homes and/or institutional setting and automobile. Potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, odors, blood, excreta and hazardous materials.