After-Hours Hospice Registered Nurse (On-Call)

Elara Caring; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans (medical, dental, &amp

401(K) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring in Valparaiso, IN seeks an After-Hours/On Call Registered Nurse to support hospice patients and families in their homes and healthcare facilities, providing compassionate care during off-peak hours.

You will assess needs across physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental domains, monitor changes, educate families and staff, and collaborate with the care team to uphold the interdisciplinary Plan of Care, including bereavement support.

Qualifications

• Current State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associates or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• 1+ year of experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess hospice patients and families to identify physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental needs.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate significant changes to the physician and care team.
• Educate and support patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff in following the interdisciplinary Plan of Care.
• Provide education on hospice philosophy, pain management, and symptom management to staff in nursing homes, hospitals, and other care settings.
• Provide compassionate support at the time of death and complete bereavement assessments for families and caregivers.

Skills

Patient care

Hospice experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education and support

Excellent communication

Education

RN license

Nursing degree or equivalent

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Elara Caring in Valparaiso, IN seeks an After-Hours/On Call Registered Nurse to support hospice patients and families in their homes and healthcare facilities, providing compassionate care during off-peak hours.

You will assess needs across physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and environmental domains, monitor changes, educate families and staff, and collaborate with the care team to uphold the interdisciplinary Plan of Care, including bereavement support.