What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Nurse at Tufts Medicine position at Tufts Medicine Care at Home?
**Patient-Centered Care:**
At Tufts Medicine Care at Home, we prioritize patient-centered care, ensuring that each patient receives individualized attention and support. Our Hospice Nurses focus on addressing patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life. If you share our commitment to patient-centered care and possess strong clinical skills, consider joining our team as a Hospice Nurse!
**Responsibilities:**
- Provide hospice nursing care to patients and families utilizing current principles of palliative care and symptom management
- Utilize nursing process and current standards of nursing practice in providing hospice care
- Work effectively within various types of family systems and understand family dynamics
- Communicate patient reports and status changes concisely and effectively
- Complete all nursing documentation per procedures and nursing standard of practice
**Requirements:**
- Massachusetts RN licensure
- Ability to work 16 hours per week, including weekends
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
