What are the responsibilities and job description for the End-of-Life Care Specialist Nurse - RN Case Manager position at Mt Hood Hospice?
Heath & Dental insurance paid 100% for Employees for Full-Time & Part-Time
$ 5,000 Sign on bonus
We are looking for a Hospice Nurse to join our not for profit company to provide care and support to terminally ill patients. Your presence and services should bring comfort to the person who faces the end of their lives and help them reach acceptance and peace of mind. For this role, you need to be a registered nurse who sees the value of hospice care in alleviating pain and suffering. A compassionate nature and excellent interpersonal skills will make you a good candidate for this position. We expect you to be knowledgeable in caring for the terminally ill, performing tasks such as administering medication and providing emotional support. The goal is to help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
- Make frequent visits to the patient to evaluate their condition
- Provide support and comfort according to individual patient’s needs
- Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
- Help in administering medication
- Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease’s end phase
- Notify a doctor for a patient’s condition when deemed necessary
- Assist patients and their families with paperwork
- Maintain accurate records
- Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support
Skills
- Proven experience as hospice nurse or registered nurse
- Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects
- Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
- Proficient in English
- Sound judgement and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate nature
- Cool-tempered and patient
- Emotional/mental stability and stamina
- Formal nurse training; certification as hospice nurse is a plus
- Current CPR certificate
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 28 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Oregon Drivers License (Required)
- RN License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Sandy, OR 97055 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sandy, OR 97055
Salary : $42 - $45
