Registered Nurse Hospice

Concordia Lutheran Ministries; Ligonier, Northern (Westmoreland County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Higher Rates

Growth opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Holidays

1-on-1 Care

Job summary

Concordia Home Health and Hospice of Bethlen is seeking an experienced Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate end-of-life care to patients in and around Ligonier, PA. You will deliver personalized care, manage symptoms, and support families, all within an autonomous schedule that you set with patients.

The role emphasizes 1-on-1 patient care, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved school with a pharmacology course.
• Reliable, independent transportation to make home visits with valid driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patient needs, developing individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide expert symptom management through medications and treatments to improve quality of life.
• Educate and support families with disease processes, care options, and end-of-life decisions, offering emotional support.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Autonomy

Schedule management

Medication administration

Education

Graduate of state-approved school with course in pharmacology

Job description

Are you a Registered Nurse who believes in the power of comfort, dignity, and a personalized approach to end-of-life care? Concordia Home Health and Hospice of Bethlen is seeking an experienced dedicated and personable Hospice RN to join our team and provide compassionate care to patients and families during this significant time in their lives. Registered Nurses are needed for patient care in and around Ligonier, allowing you to work close to your home.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY FOR THE Hospice Nurse - Registered Nurse RN position?

• New Higher Rates! Compensation will be determined based on years of experience, applicable certifications and by the number of visits completed each week.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling:Set your own schedule with patients.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.403(b) with Employer Match:Secure your financial future with our generous retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays:Enjoy time off to recharge and relax.
• 1 on 1 patient care

Reasons to work here as a Hospice Registered Nurse RN

• Make a true difference:Witness firsthand the impact of your care on patients' health and well-being.
• Build deep relationships:Form lasting connections with patients and their families as you guide them on their health journey.
• Enjoy autonomy and flexibility:Manage your own schedule, prioritize tasks, and make independent decisions regarding patient care.
• Continuous growth:Access to paid training, scholarships, and opportunities to specialize your skills.
• Supportive environment:Work alongside a collaborative team that values your contributions and encourages professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE Hospice Nurse - Registered Nurse RN position:

• Graduate of state-approved school with course in pharmacology
• Reliable, independent means of transportation to make home visits. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and drive a vehicle with insurance limits as established by the state.

What you’ll do as a Hospice Registered Nurse:

As a Hospice RN, a crucial role is delivering personalized care that focuses on comfort and quality of life. Responsibilities include:

• Assessing and managing patient needs: Continuously assess the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients, developing individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Providing expert symptom management: Administer medications and treatments, focusing on pain management and symptom control to improve the patient's quality of life.
• Educating and supporting families: Be a trusted resource for families, providing education about the disease process, care options, and end-of-life decisions, while offering emotional support.

OUR Mission:

To serve our aging community with a continuum of high-quality caregiving options, provided in a Christian environment, and to serve those with limited funds to the best of our ability.

Concordia Home Health and Hospice of Bethlen is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EOE