What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Hospice Nurse - Triage Night and Weekend position at Suite Living Hospice Care?
RN Hospice Nurse (triage nights/weekends)
Company: Suite Living Hospice Care
Suite Living Hospice is a leading provider of hospice services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of end of life for seniors. Our commitment is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment.
Hospice On Call Nurse Responsibilities:
- Emergency Response: Provide timely and skilled nursing interventions to manage symptoms, pain, and distress for hospice patients during off-hours.
- Telephonic Support: Offer empathetic and knowledgeable guidance to patients, families, and caregivers over the phone, ensuring immediate assistance.
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care and communicate vital information to daytime staff.
- Emotional Comfort: Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families facing urgent end-of-life situations.
- Medication Management: Administer medications and treatments as needed, maintaining strict adherence to hospice protocols.
- Documentation: Accurately record patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.
Hospice On Call Nurse Qualifications:
- RN Licensure: Active registered nurse license, demonstrating clinical competence and adherence to nursing standards.
- Hospice Expertise: Deep understanding of hospice principles and practices, with a genuine commitment to patient comfort and dignity.
- Compassionate Nature: Innate empathy and a heartfelt dedication to providing comfort to patients and families during challenging times.
- Critical Thinker: Strong problem-solving skills to assess urgent situations and make informed decisions under pressure.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for clear and compassionate interactions with patients and families.
- Availability: Flexible schedule on nights and weekends to respond promptly to on-call assignments, ensuring patient needs are met promptly.
Join Suite Living Hospice Care and contribute to our commitment to providing exceptional care and support to our residents in the Assisted Living community. If you are a compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse, we invite you to apply and be a part of our dedicated team.
Suite Living Hospice Care encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.