RN, Hospice (PT, Home-Based, M-TH, 4:30pm-8am)

Allied Services; Clarks Summit (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lackawanna County is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care for hospice patients. The role includes conducting assessments, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop care plans, and supervising aides. A nursing degree and relevant experience are mandatory, with a preference for hospice or critical care. Candidates must hold a valid RN license in Pennsylvania and demonstrate effective communication and empathy while maintaining high standards of care and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year general nursing experience; preferred in hospice, home health, or critical care.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and principles of death and dying.
• Cleared background check and valid PA driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee primary caseload of hospice patients and provide skilled nursing care.
• Conduct initial and comprehensive nursing assessments.
• Collaborate on developing and implementing the hospice plan of care.

Skills

Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting

Effective communication skills

Manual dexterity for writing and keyboarding

Stress management

Customer awareness and empathy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification

Job description

Under the supervision of the Clinical Director, the Registered Nurse oversees the primary caseload of hospice patients and provides skilled nursing care to patients, their families, and caregivers as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, Pennsylvania hospice licensure laws, and agency policies and procedures. The RN conducts the initial assessment and comprehensive nursing assessment of patient needs, collaborates to develop the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) plan of care, implements the plan, and reevaluates and revises it relative to patient needs to provide appropriate, comprehensive, and responsive goals and interventions. The RN works closely with other members of the IDT to ensure all patient and family care needs are being met and provides supervision to Hospice Aides/Homemakers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee primary caseload of hospice patients and provide skilled nursing care.
• Conduct initial and comprehensive nursing assessments of patient needs.
• Collaborate to develop and implement the hospice IDT plan of care.
• Reevaluate and revise the plan of care relative to patient nursing needs.
• Work closely with other IDT members to meet all patient and family care needs.
• Provide supervision to hospice aides/homemakers.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification preferred.
• Minimum of one year general nursing experience; current hospice, home health, medical, surgical, or critical care experience preferred.
• Experience with pain and symptom management interventions preferred.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and principles of death and dying.

Special Employment Requirements

• Current RN license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required.
• Clearance by PA State Police criminal history check required.
• Valid PA driver’s license and available transportation during all working hours required.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Functions independently but seeks and accepts guidance from other IDT members and community members as warranted.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Demonstrates highest degree of customer awareness and genuine concern, empathy, and optimism.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, and co‑workers.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Is proficient with manual dexterity for writing, keyboarding, and telephone operation.
• Manages stress efficiently.
• Demonstrates respectful treatment of each person with dignity.

Working Conditions

Works in a well-lit office environment and in varying conditions in patient homes, which may be less than desirable. The role involves occasional exposure to blood and body substances with possible needle stick risks.