RN - Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Bristol Hospice; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 57,859 - 60,614; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

HSA & 401(k) available

Mileage Reimbursement

Advanced training programs

Job summary

Bristol Hospice is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Tucson team. You will conduct thorough assessments of patients and develop care plans while ensuring the highest standards of nursing care.

We're looking for someone with at least one year of acute care experience who understands hospice philosophy. We offer competitive hourly pay and various employee perks including tuition reimbursement and medical benefits. Join us in making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• At least one year of acute care experience in an institutional setting.
• Experience in home care preferred.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and terminal illness needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients and families.
• Develop and revise care plans based on patient needs.
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient conditions.

Skills

Assessment skills

Compassion

Nursing care

Communication

Education

Current RN licensure

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bristol Hospice - Tucson, AZ 85711

Position Type: PRN Hourly

Salary Range: $42.00 - $44.00 per hour

Shift: Any

Overview

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) who has incredible assessment skills and enjoys meeting the needs of patients and families?

Join our growing Bristol Hospice Team and make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Our Culture

• Integrity: We are honest and professional.
• Trust: We count on each other.
• Excellence: We strive to always do our best and look for ways to improve and excel.
• Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
• Mutual Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.

On an Average Day You Will:

• Complete an initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provide a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
• Provide professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
• Assess and evaluate patient’s status by:
  • Writing and initiating plan of care.
  • Regularly re‑evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs.
  • Participating in revising the plan of care, as necessary.
• Initiate the plan of care and make necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Use health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Develop a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis.
• Include the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Record pain/symptom management and changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Communicate with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and report changes in the patient’s condition; obtain/receive physicians’ orders, as required.
• Teach the patient and family/caregiver self‑care techniques, as appropriate.
• Work in concert with the interdisciplinary group.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must have at least one (1) year of acute care experience in an institutional setting.
• One (1) year of experience in home care preferred.
• Must have a current licensure in the state.
• Must understand the philosophy of hospice concept and understand needs of the terminally ill.
• Must be flexible in work hours.
• Must demonstrate nursing skills per competency checklist.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to maintain comprehensive working knowledge regarding information systems and applicable software programs.
• Ability to travel throughout the Bristol Hospice Service Area.

We Got the Perks:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
• HSA & 401(k) available
• Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
• Advanced training programs
• Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry

Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.