We are looking for a Registered Nurse to care for our Hospice patients and facilitate their end of life needs. You will be responsible for educating the patients and their families on current treatment regimens, including comfort care, medications, and non curative treatment. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered, but with a warm heart. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care and improving their quality of life and comfort needs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice to patients and families
- Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS) and hospice office staff
- Collaborate with physician, DPCS, Administrator, Managerial office staff and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
- Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering medications etc.) and enter in patients’ electronic medical record within 24-48 hours of patient visit
- Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
- Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)
- Provide instant medical care in emergencies & PRN visits
- Attend and participate in mandatory inter-disciplinary office meetings bi-weekly
- Supervise and train LVNs and nursing assistants
- Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
- Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending Hospice care educational workshops, conferences etc.
Skills
- Proven experience as a registered nurse
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Excellent knowledge of emergency care and comfort care measures
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Responsible and compassionate
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Patient with excellent problem-solving skills
- BS or other diploma from a nursing program
- Valid nursing license with proof of auto insurance
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3 – 6 per week
Medical specialties:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Physical setting:
- Assisted living facility
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
Ability to Relocate:
- Corona, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person