What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Hospice position at Adelphi Staffing?
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Requirements:
Responsibilities:
- Ref #: DP-RN-LA-Lake
- Profession: Registered Nurse
- Specialty: Hospice / Palliative Care
- Job Type: Contract/Per Diem
- Location: Lake Charles, , LA
- Start: ASAP
- Facility Type: Hospice
- Shift Type: Days, Evenings, Nights
- Rate: $38.70/hour
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
- Minimum of 1 year of RN experience; hospice, palliative, oncology, or med-surg experience preferred
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
- Ability to provide compassionate care in emotionally challenging situations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Responsibilities:
- Assess patient physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
- Manage pain and symptoms in accordance with physician orders and care plans
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions safely and accurately
- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding disease progression, care plans, and end-of-life needs
- Coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, and other team members
- Monitor patient status and report changes promptly
- Document assessments, care, and patient responses accurately and timely
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families during end-of-life care
Salary : $39