RN-Hospice - PRN

Mercy; Piedmont (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled hospice care to terminally ill patients in their homes across Oklahoma. You will assess, monitor, and document patient status, collaborating with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to manage pain and comfort.

The role requires graduation from an approved nursing program, current State Board of Nursing licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing.
• Current licensure by the State Board of Nursing in the applicable state of practice.
• CPR certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Documentation in EMR

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree or diploma (RN)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

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.