Hospice Registered Nurse

Schedule

On-call shifts required including overnights and weekends, 1-2 per month (starting at 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM).

Job Description

The Hospice Registered Nurse will perform patient assessments, develop and implement the plan of care, and ensure the appropriate utilization of services while providing compassionate care to patients and their families in a home hospice environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess patient appropriateness for hospice care and document learning needs and progress toward goals.
• Develop and implement a plan of care for the patient and family, ensuring adherence to evidenced-based knowledge.
• Maintain visit productivity standards and demonstrate knowledge of insurance reimbursement.
• Complete discharge assessments and perform data transfers within designated timelines.
• Utilize age-appropriate teaching methods for patients and families, documenting education tools used.
• Participate in interdisciplinary communication and attend bi-weekly IDT meetings to evaluate and revise care plans.
• Ensure a safe environment for patients and co-workers, following infection control measures.
• Conduct Home Health Aide (HHA) supervision as per standards and follow the scheduling process effectively.
• Participate in the Performance Improvement Program by reviewing health records and gathering data to support activities.
• Provide orientation and mentorship to new employees and cross-train to learn new skills.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must have a valid New Jersey RN License.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a hospice care facility.
• Experience in a home hospice environment is required.
• Experience using an EMR and excellent critical thinking and communication skills are necessary.
• BLS certification is required.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license is needed.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!