What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Per Diem - Hospice Outpatient position at Kingman Regional Medical Center?
PER DIEM NURSING SHIFT - Are you a compassionate RN who is looking to make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families during the most challenging moments? If so, we invite you to become an essential member of our Hospice team!
Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is located in beautiful northwest Arizona. Experience the magic of Kingman's stunning Arizona sunsets and thrive in an outdoor enthusiast's dream destination with picturesque mountain ranges, nearby lakes, vibrant parks, and plenty of outdoor activity. Kingman is an incredible community to live, work, and play!
Hours/Shift: Per Diem/Shift varies as needed
Benefits: We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities. We invest in you!
- Health and Well-Being
- Paid Sick Leave
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
- Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
- On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
- On-site Wellness Center with fitness classes, personal training, indoor pool, racquetball, and basketball courts
- Career Growth and Development
- As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- So much more!
Key Responsibilities: Our Hospice RNs serve patients whose conditions cannot be managed at home. Hospice RNs coordinate the implementation of a Hospice Plan of Care for each assigned patient. Works under the direction of the physician and the Arizona State Nurse Practice Act to provide nursing care to patients in compliance with nursing standards and regulations. Utilizes the nursing process to make continuing assessments of the patient’s total health needs; implements nursing interventions based on assessment data; develops and implements the nursing plan of care and evaluates the patient’s response. Nurses educate patients and families about the disease process; help manage and control pain and other symptoms and offer solace to those in distress. Hospice RNs are a part of an interdisciplinary inpatient hospice team that supports patients and their families at a critical juncture in their lives.
Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Graduate of Nursing Program (Associates or Diploma Program)
- Licensure:
- Arizona RN License or compact state RN license
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card, required within 20 days of hire
- AZ Driver's License
- AZ Food Handlers Card
- Certification: Arizona Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification
- Age Requirement: Must be 21 yoa or older
- Experience: One (1) or more years of experience in acute care nursing or hospice
Work Requirements:
- Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, possess good oral and written communication skills, care for patients in a variety of home settings
- Able to assist with the movement of an adult patient to 300 lbs, able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach, while working with patients for the entire shift
- Expected duties have routine potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues
- Requires travel, in properly insured vehicle, throughout our service area
About Us: Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,900 employees, 270 physicians/allied health professionals, and 150 volunteers. KRMC is recognized as an innovator in rural healthcare, a teaching hospital, and a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. We provide a full continuum of highly technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. Year after year the Leapfrog Group has awarded KRMC an "A" Grade for Patient Safety. We strive to provide a culture of safety, integrity, teamwork, accountability, respect and appreciation through recognition, career growth, and employee celebrations throughout the year for all of our staff. Kingman Regional Medical Center is a great place to work, come join our team!
