RN-Hospice - PRN

Mercy; Harrah (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospice seeks an Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled nursing care for terminally ill patients in their homes, following physician orders and hospice standards. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and document care in the EMR with accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires active nursing licensure, CPR certification, and the ability to work independently in a home care setting. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and supportive growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing.
• Current licensure by the State Board of Nursing in the applicable state of practice.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled professional nursing care to terminally ill patients in their residence as prescribed by the physician.
• Maintain compliance with nursing standards and hospice philosophy.
• Document care and communicate patient needs effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Self-direction

Ability to work with little Superv.

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing skilled professional nursing care to assigned terminally ill patients in their place of residence, as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the standards of the nursing.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing.

Licensure:

• Current licensure by the State Board of Nursing in the applicable state of practice.
• Must be a licensed driver.

Certification(s):

• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Experience:

• Recent hospice or long-term care experience
• Experience with issues related to death/dying and bereavement.
• One-year general nursing experience preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Understands Hospice philosophy; principles related to death and dying and pain management.
• Has excellent observation, good nursing assessment and communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to provide good documentation within an electronic medical record and submits in a timely manner.
• Is self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.
• Flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation and has ability to work within an interdisciplinary team.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.