What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Hospice Registered Nurse position at Advantage?
Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) – Full Time
Altoona, PA
Step Into A Fulfilling Career With Advantage
Advantage is a leading hospice care provider dedicated to delivering compassionate and comprehensive care for individuals and families facing end-of-life challenges.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Hospice Team in Altoona, PA and Surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and a passion for providing exceptional end-of-life care. Our team is committed to providing personalized support and comfort in the familiar surroundings of patients' homes.
What You’ll Do
Advantage is a high-growth provider of essential rehabilitation and medical services to seniors across the post-acute care continuum. Join us at Advantage where we provide compassionate hospice care for patients with terminal illnesses, prioritizing their comfort and dignity. Our dedicated team will offer comprehensive support, including pain management, emotional and spiritual counseling, and assistance with end-of-life decision-making. Our goal is to provide a peaceful and caring environment for both patients and their families. Apply today!
Advantage is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Altoona, PA
Step Into A Fulfilling Career With Advantage
Advantage is a leading hospice care provider dedicated to delivering compassionate and comprehensive care for individuals and families facing end-of-life challenges.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Hospice Team in Altoona, PA and Surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and a passion for providing exceptional end-of-life care. Our team is committed to providing personalized support and comfort in the familiar surroundings of patients' homes.
What You’ll Do
- Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes or in a hospice facility.
- Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Administer medication, monitor vital signs, and manage symptoms to ensure patient comfort.
- Educate and support patients and their families regarding end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals and community resources.
- Offer emotional support, counseling, and education to patients and their families, addressing their unique needs and concerns.
- Growth Opportunities: As we continue to expand, the opportunities for career advancement are plentiful.
- Learning and Development Opportunities: We believe in equipping our staff with the tools they need to excel.
- Robust Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, short and long-term disability, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, flexible spending account, health savings account, potential for a company-paid vehicle (including company paid gas card), company-paid continuing education, and company-paid basic life insurance.
- Commitment to Your Well-being: At Advantage, we prioritize your well-being and want you to feel valued and appreciated.
- You should have an active RN license in the state in which you are practicing or be a new grad with eligibility to take NCLEX.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in hospice, palliative care, or related field preferred but not required.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Knowledge of hospice regulations and practices preferred.
Advantage is a high-growth provider of essential rehabilitation and medical services to seniors across the post-acute care continuum. Join us at Advantage where we provide compassionate hospice care for patients with terminal illnesses, prioritizing their comfort and dignity. Our dedicated team will offer comprehensive support, including pain management, emotional and spiritual counseling, and assistance with end-of-life decision-making. Our goal is to provide a peaceful and caring environment for both patients and their families. Apply today!
Advantage is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.