BCN Palliative Care Nurse

Hospice of the Bluegrass Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice of the Bluegrass Inc. is seeking a Palliative Care Nurse to assess and address the needs of patients and families across home, facility, and hospital settings. This role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and compassionate, patient-centered care.

You will plan, implement, evaluate, and document individualized palliative nursing care in alignment with the care plan and department policies. Flexibility to work Mon-Fri with a 40-hour schedule and strong CPR credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for Registered Nurses.
• Currently licensed as an RN in Kentucky or COMPACT state.
• One year of nursing experience; palliative care preferred.
• Strong observation, judgment and communication skills.
• CPR certification current; ability to document accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assess and address the needs of patients and families in palliative care.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and document individualized nursing care.
• Coordinate with IDG and other healthcare providers to ensure quality care.
• Care may occur in homes, SNFs, assisted living, or hospitals.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to policy and standards.

Skills

RN clinical skills

Palliative care experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

CPR certification

Education

RN degree or diploma

Job description

Schedule: 40 hours Monday-Friday

Position Summary:

The Palliative Care Nurseis responsible forassessing and addressing the needs of patients and their families. This includes planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individualized palliative nursing care in alignment with the interdisciplinary care plan and Clinical Services Department policies. This role requires effective coordination and collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive, high-quality care.Patients maybelocated ina variety of settings, including private homes, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or hospitals.

The Palliative Care Nurse consistentlydemonstratesexcellence in clinical practice across their caseload and actively supports the mission of Bluegrass Care Navigators by deliveringcompassionate, patient-centered care to all individuals served.

Position Qualifications:

• A graduateof an accredited school for Registered Nurses.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse through theKentuckyBoard of Nursing orparticipating COMPACT state Board of Nursing.
• One year of nursing experiencerequired.Knowledgeofpalliative careorpreviouspalliative care experience preferred.
• Skilled in nursing practiceand able tomaintainprofessionalism in moments of emotional stress.
• Knowledge of the process of symptom management, advanced directives,and death and dying.
• Hasexcellent observational skills, good nursing judgement,and communication skills.Ability to provideaccurateandtimelydocumentation.
• Must have strong organizational and planningskills andpossessthe ability to manage and interpret data.
• Is self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.
• Experienced with coordinating clinical staff and providing effective education and feedback.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and principles.
• Understands hospice and palliative philosophy and principles.
• Possesses andmaintainscurrent CPR certification.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care professionals and an interdisciplinary team(IDT).
• Hasthe ability andexpertiseto manage multiple tasks and projects at one time.
• Team members will be expected to comply with Bluegrass Care Navigators (BCN) Employee Health, infectious disease, and vaccination policy’s.