What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compassionate Skilled Nurse for Palliative Care position at Lutheran SeniorLife?
Job Overview
Lutheran SeniorLife is a leading provider of community-based health and social services in western Pennsylvania.
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our VNA Hospice team, providing in-home palliative and hospice services to individuals in Armstrong, Butler, and surrounding counties.
Responsibilities
As a skilled nurse, you will be responsible for:
- Providing high-quality patient care and management of patients with life-threatening diseases.
- Supervising LPNs and coordinating overall care provided to patients.
- Identifying needs for other internal and external patient care services and making appropriate referrals.
- Participating in quality assessment and improvement activities.
- Providing education and support to patients and their families.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A strong background in palliative care and hospice services.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
What We Offer
Lutheran SeniorLife offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive wages and hiring incentives.
- A variety of benefits options, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Generous paid time off and bereavement leave.
- A range of training and development opportunities.
Total Wellness and Work-Life Balance
We prioritize the well-being of our employees and offer resources and programs to support total wellness and work-life balance, including:
- Tuition reimbursement and mileage reimbursement or vehicle program.
- Flexible spending accounts and retirement savings plan.
- Career success coaching, training, internships, and recognition program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.
