Job Posting: Hospice Nurse/RN
Position: Visiting Nurse
Location: Peoria, Surprise, Glendale, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert, Apache Junction, Maricopa County region
Start Date: June 2024
Pay rate: $70-75 per visit
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Company Overview:
Nueva Hospice is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive end-of-life care to patients and their families. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life through comfort and dignity during life’s final journey. We are committed to supporting our staff with a collaborative and enriching work environment.
Job Description:
Nueva Hospice is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Hospice Nurse/RN to join our team starting in June. The ideal candidate will visit patients weekly in their homes or group home facilities to provide exceptional care, ensuring their comfort and dignity during their end-of-life journey. This role involves coordinating care plans, working closely with interdisciplinary teams, and offering emotional support to patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions and needs.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, and chaplains.
- Educate patients and families on the hospice care process and end-of-life issues.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
- Participate in on-call, holiday rotation, and as needed visits.
Qualifications:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care.
- Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Compassionate and empathetic demeanor.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
What We Offer:
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Mileage reimbursement.
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to info@nuevahospice.com by May 31, 2024. Please include "Hospice Nurse/RN Application" in the subject line.
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Contact Information:
Nueva Hospice in Scottsdale, AZ
Phone: (480) 903-8511
Email: info@nuevahospice.com
Website: https://www.nuevahospice.com
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Join Nueva Hospice and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate care to those in need. We look forward to welcoming you to our dedicated team.
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives during their end-of-life journey. If you are a dedicated Hospice Nurse with a passion for providing compassionate care, we invite you to apply with our agency.
Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Hospice Nursing: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- Arizona or Compact State Licensure (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person