RN Hospice

Workstream; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k matching

Employee discount

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

River Valley Home Health and Hospice in Kingman, AZ seeks an experienced RN to direct hospice care in patients' homes and communities. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and coordinate care, while supporting families and ensuring comfort and quality outcomes.

The role requires a nursing license, ability to work independently, and strong communication within an interdisciplinary team. On-call duties and ongoing professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Graduate of NLN-accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state.
• Excellent observation, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Organize and prioritize workload independently.
• CPR certification up-to-date.
• Valid driver's license with insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patients and families.
• Develop care plans based on nursing diagnoses and provide pallative actions.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Coordinate patient care as case manager and with the team.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort care.

Education

National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing

Registered nurse with current licensure

Job description

RN Hospice - River Valley Home Health and Hospice

Are you a highly skilled and motivated registered nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity in the healthcare industry? Do you have a passion for providing exceptional care to patients and their families? If so, we have an immediate opening for an RN Hospice at River Valley Home Health and Hospice.

At River Valley Home Health and Hospice, we believe that caring for the elderly or frail is the noblest of professions. Our team is trained and motivated to deliver superior clinical outcomes and high patient and family satisfaction. We are committed to making work fun and celebrating successes while delivering and holding each other to the highest standards of care and professionalism. Join our team and be part of a company that puts its employees first.

Job Summary:

The registered nurse plans, organizes, and directs hospice care, with an emphasis on community health education and experience. As an RN Hospice, you will utilize your nursing skills to provide professional care to patients and their families within their homes and communities. Your responsibilities will include completing comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, administering medications and treatments, coordinating patient care, and providing emotional support to patients and their families.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Complete initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs
• Provide professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process
• Develop care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporate palliative nursing actions
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and facilitat" self-sufficiency and comfort care
• Act as a case manager and coordinate patient care

Communication:

• Maintain accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care
• Communicate with physicians and community health-related persons to coordinate the care plan
• Teach patients and families self-care techniques and provide health counseling
• Provide a safe environment for patients
• Work in cooperation with the interdisciplinary group to meet emotional needs of patients and families

Additional Duties:

• Participate in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy
• Supervise ancillary personnel and delegate responsibilities when required
• Maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and practice skills through continuing education
• Actively participate in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing
• Minimum of two years of experience, with at least one year in public health, home care, or hospice nursing preferred
• Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state
• Demonstrates excellent observation, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently
• Maintains a current CPR certification
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Employee discount
• Mileage reimbursement

Location: Kingman, AZ

At River Valley Home Health and Hospice we believe that caring for the elderly or frail is the noblest of professions. Our team is trained and motivated to deliver superior clinical outcomes and high patient and family satisfaction. It is through our team’s dedication to deliver life changing service that we become the "provider of choice" in the community that we serve. A career with River Valley Home Health and Hospice requires a commitment to making work fun and celebrating successes; delivering and holding each other to the highest standards of care and professionalism; continual learning; treating others as people whose interest matter as much as our own; being innovative while using good judgment. One other thing about our work culture; we know that in order for our patients to receive the care they deserve; we need to put our employees first.