Job Summary
The Hospice RN acts as the main liaison for patients and their families, providing expert nursing care and managing symptoms in both home and institutional environments. This role entails working closely with a multidisciplinary team to formulate and revise personalized care plans, in addition to offering emotional and spiritual guidance to patients and their families.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary contact for patients and families concerning their care.
- Administer nursing care and manage symptoms in various settings.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to create and update individualized care plans.
- Provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones.
Qualifications
- Must be a Registered Nurse with a minimum of one year of experience in acute care, hospice, or home health environments.
- Possession of a current nursing license is mandatory.
- CPR certification is required.
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are essential.
Gentiva Hospice provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
