What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) position at St. Joseph Hospice?
We are hiring for PRN Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) in Lake Charles, LA.
Why Join Us?
At St. Joseph Hospice, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.
As part of our team, youll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:
- Building long-term wealth for your future
- Enjoying a retirement benefit you dont pay for
- Sharing directly in the success you help create every day
Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) license required in State of Louisiana
- Minimum of two (2) years full-time experience as an RN, either in oncology, an acute care setting with direct patient care, a long-term care facility, hospice or home health care. Two (2) of experience in hospice care as an LPN may be substituted for the required 2 years of experience as an RN
- Current CPR certification required
- Current automobile insurance and valid drivers license
- Knowledge of EMR is required
- Previous Hospice experience preferred
- Compassionate RN with great time management skills
Job Duties:
- Performs the initial and on-going assessment of the patient
- Assist in developing and implementing the Hospice Plan of Care
- Educate patient and family on Plan of Care, including medication administration, dressing changes, oxygen administration, Hospice philosophy and care of the terminally ill patient
- Act as primary liaison between physician, patient/family and hospice team
- Maintain an accurate and updated medical record
- Makes routine supervisory visits
- Participates in agency on-call schedule
- Abide by company policies and procedures, compliance guidelines, applicable laws, and regulations promptly reporting any suspected violation of compliance standards
Part-Time Benefits:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company-paid ownership benefit
- Competitive pay with increased earning potential
- Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)
- Career advancement opportunities
Make a difference in the lives of others and your own with St. Joseph Hospice. Apply today!
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