What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
Seeking compassionate and dedicated Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join BAYADA Hospice team in Hudson County, NJ.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Hospice
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Per Diem
This is a visiting hospice position. Reliable transportation is a must-car preferred.
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Prior home care and/or hospice experience strongly preferred, but not required.
As a hospice nurse (RN), you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides palliative care to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.
BAYADA recognizes and rewards our RNs who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence.
We offer benefits for Registered Nurse (RNs) including medical, dental and vision, mileage reimbursement; weekly pay and direct deposit; one-on-one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities for a Hospice RN - Registered Nurse include:
- Making home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Performing assigned duties, including administration of medication, wound care, treatments, and procedures and comfort care.
- Monitoring clients' conditions; reporting changes to Clinical or Client Services Manager.
- Following up with, executing, and properly documenting doctors' orders.
- Performing client assessments as necessary.
- Occasional on call after hours and/or weekends.
Qualifications for a Hospice RN - Registered Nurse include:
- A current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in New Jersey.
- A minimum of one year of recent, verifiable clinical (medical/surgical) experience.
- Prior home care and/or hospice experience strongly preferred, but not required.
- Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
- Ability to travel to cases as assigned.
BAYADA believes our employees are our greatest asset.
We are committed to investing in people and nurturing their desire to grow.
We believe that every home environment and client are unique.
We ensure every team member has an opportunity to advance in their career.
About BAYADA Home Health Care
We are accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider.
We comply with all state/local mandates.
We celebrate 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability.
We have Equal Opportunity Employers policy.
