Hospice RN

Lifesong Hospice; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above standard pay

Highmark Blue Shield

401(k) employer matching

PayActiv on-demand pay

Paid time off up to 23 days

Hospice certification incentive

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Lifesong Hospice is hiring a Full-time Hospice RN for a day shift, salaried position starting at 90K with room to grow based on experience. Service area includes Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton and Wyomissing, with smaller caseloads and robust support.

The role focuses on compassionate, patient-centered home hospice care, leveraging a strong team, on-call support, and comprehensive benefits as part of Lifesong Hospice. Candidates should have PA RN licensure and hospice experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse RN with current licensure to practice professional nursing in Pennsylvania.
• Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum one year of experience; experience in the area of palliative care, geriatric care, or hospice nursing preferred.
• Self-directed and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and handle pressure and delicate situations.
• A state driver’s license in good standing, and maintain an automobile in good working order.
• High proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, cellular technology, and EMR required.
• Able to perform the physical tasks that are needed in this role.

Responsibilities

• Completes initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.
• Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Provides healthcare instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
• Assists the patient with activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optimal comfort care.
• Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
• Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques, as appropriate.
• Reports the status of schedule and rescheduled assignments, late arrivals, no-shows, and outstanding follow-up appointments to the Team Director/Director of Clinical Operations.

Education

Bachelors or better in Nursing

PA RN licensure

Nursing school accredited by NLN

Self-directed work style

Prioritize tasks under pressure

Computer proficiency

EMR proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Lifesong Hospice & Palliative Care
1150 Glenlivet Dr
Allentown, PA 18106, USA

Description

• Day Shift Hospice RN Position
• Salaried position starts at 90K with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
• Service Area is in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton and Wyomissing
• Hospice or Home Care Experience Preferred

Lifesong Hospice is a subsidiary of Country Meadows Retirement Communities. Lifesong is now hiring a Full-time Hospice RN to join our dynamic team!

Do you thrive in having meaningful one-on-one connections with patients with smaller caseloads to do so? Do you prefer the autonomy in flexing your nursing skills but want access to a full support team when you need it? We value that, too, and offer it! Join our team as a RN and connect with our clients in the comfort of their home. Your critical thinking skills and compassion will help manage their symptoms and maintain a quality of life for better peace of mind for them and their families. You’ll have direct access to our support team and an on‑call staff whenever you need it so you can focus on doing what you do best: Making a Difference

Our investment in you:

• Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
• PayActiv On-Demand Pay – Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Up to 23 days paid time off your first year, including your birthday and Personal Day of Meaning and opportunity to roll over unused time
• Hospice certification incentive program-earn $2,000 more a year
• Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
• Excellent vision and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
• Family and medical leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Wellness reimbursement incentives

Our support for you:

• Locally and family-owned, private company
• Patient‑engagement focus with caseloads fewer than 18
• 24/7 direct access to your support team
• On‑staff clinical experts to train, mentor and celebrate you
• Career paths and continuing education
• Dedicated full‑time weekend and evening on‑call team
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co‑worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest‑free loans

Benefits may vary based on employment status.

Hospice RN Responsibilities:

• Completes initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.
• Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Provides healthcare instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.
• Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self‑sufficiency and optimal comfort care.
• Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
• Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self‑care techniques, as appropriate.
• Reports the status of schedule and rescheduled assignments, late arrivals, no‑shows, and outstanding follow‑up appointments to the Team Director/Director of Clinical Operations.

Hospice RN Qualifications:

• Registered nurse RN with current licensure to practice professional nursing in Pennsylvania.
• Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum one year of experience; experience in the area of palliative care, geriatric care, or hospice nursing preferred.
• Self‑directed and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and handle pressure and delicate situations.
• A state driver’s license in good standing, and maintain an automobile in good working order.
• High proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office, cellular technology, and EMR required.
• Able to perform the physical tasks that are needed in this role.

About Lifesong Hospice and Palliative Care: Lifesong co‑workers connect with our clients in the comfort of their home by personalizing hospice care plans tailored to their preferences and needs and helping them transition to be as comfortable as possible. We seek to celebrate the meaning of their lives and ensure their unique legacy is honored. We want to inspire our caregivers to create harmony for each unique life story—theirLifesong.

EOE

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Nursing.

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