What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) position at Regal Hospice and Palliative Care?
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Hospice Registered Nurse in Rosemead, CA, and surrounding areas to provide care and support to terminally ill patients. For this role, you need to be a registered nurse who sees the value of hospice care in alleviating pain and suffering. Your presence and services should comfort the person who faces the end of their lives and help them reach acceptance and peace of mind. A compassionate nature and excellent interpersonal skills will make you a good candidate for this position. We expect you to be knowledgeable in caring for the terminally ill patients. The goal is to help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
- Make visits to the patient to evaluate their condition
- Provide support and comfort according to individual patient’s needs
- Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
- Help in administering medication
- Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease’s end phase
- Notify a doctor for a patient’s condition when deemed necessary
- Assist patients and their families with paperwork
- Maintain accurate records
- Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support
Skills
- Proven experience as hospice nurse or registered nurse
- Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects
- Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
- Proficient in English
- Sound judgement and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate nature
- Cool-tempered and patient
- Emotional/mental stability and stamina
- Current CPR certificate
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $100.00 - $250.00 per hour
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification/ Liability Insurance
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN
- Liability Insurance required
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
Work Remotely:
- No
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Hospice care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45 - $55