RN - Hospice
US-NM-Santa Fe
Careers (External)
Req #: 47621
Type: PRN
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Overview: Presbyterian is seeking a Hospice RN. know their field is a specialty, philosophy, and a passion. Our hospice RN's build relationships with patients and their families while providing competent and compassionate end of life care. We are committed to providing individualized, patient centered care that celebrates cultural values, family involvement, and advocating for every patient's wishes. Type of Opportun-ity: PRN (.001 FTE/As needed) Work Schedule: Varied Schedule How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. * Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities * Wearable alarm badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern * Shift differentials for nights and weekends * Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles * Malpractice liability insurance * Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department * EPIC electronic charting system Have more questions about this opportunity? Schedule a one-on-one chat with a Nurse Recruiter by clicking here This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.) Responsibilities: * Assess patient needs, including physical, mental, financial, and spiritual aspects * Provide skilled nursing care in alignment with physician/APC care plans * Coordinate patient care through collaboration with caregivers, multidisciplinary teams, and physicians * Adjust interventions as needed based on patient responses and updated orders * Evaluate effectiveness of interventions at each visit * Develop and implement hospice care plans while ensuring compliance with regulations * Maintain productivity standards for patient visits and caseload management * Communicate visit schedules and any changes to patients in a timely manner * Guide newly hired nurses and students, serving as a mentor and resource * Ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with agency policies * Delegate appropriate care tasks to LPNs and CNAs * Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement projects * Take on leadership responsibilities as required by the department * Provide holiday, weekend, and evening coverage as needed * Perform additional functions as required for patient care and agency operations Qualifications: * Associate Degree in Nursing * Registered Nurse Licensure - Compact/Multi * Minimum one year in direct patient care setting or home health care. * Valid Driver's License * BLS required at time of hire
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