What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Hospice Nurse position at Azza HealthCare Agency?
Role: Hospice After Hours Registered Nurse
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate end-of-life care during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Triages calls, conducts urgent home visits, and manages complex symptoms to ensure patient comfort.
- Assess patient needs, adjust care plans, and administer medications as required.
- Guide families through critical moments with empathy and clear communication.
- Collaborate with the hospice team, document care thoroughly, and respond promptly to after-hours needs.
- Maintain patient dignity and respect their goals of care in all interactions.
- Licensed Registered Nurse with relevant clinical experience.
- Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a field-based environment.
- Compassionate approach to end-of-life care and patient advocacy.