Compassionate Hospice RN - PRN (Pueblo)

Veritas Management Group; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterCare Hospice is seeking a Pueblo RN for PRN to deliver compassionate nursing care in patients' residences, focusing on comfort and symptom management in alignment with federal, state, and local guidelines.

The RN will assess patient and caregiver needs, coordinate with physicians and the care team, and educate families on disease processes and end-of-life care while ensuring accurate charting and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered RN license.
• Must have CPR/BLS.
• Minimum 1 year of Hospice experience.
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in the patient’s place of residency according to applicable standards and regulations.
• Determine scope and frequency of services based on patient acuity and caregiver needs.
• Assess caregiver ability to meet patient needs upon admission and during care.
• Communicate with physicians, care team, patients, and families effectively.
• Educate patient and family regarding disease, self-care, and end-of-life care.
• Arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered by the physician.
• Follow drug administration protocol and proper disposal of drugs.
• Perform charting according to policies and regulations.
• Review care plans to verify appropriate care and communicate findings to the care team.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Effective communication

Education

Nursing degree (RN) from accredited college/university

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

CenterCare Hospice is seeking a Pueblo RN for PRN to deliver compassionate nursing care in patients' residences, focusing on comfort and symptom management in alignment with federal, state, and local guidelines.

The RN will assess patient and caregiver needs, coordinate with physicians and the care team, and educate families on disease processes and end-of-life care while ensuring accurate charting and adherence to procedures.