A healthcare network in New York City is looking to add a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to their Hospice team in Manhattan. In this role, the Hospice Nurse (RN) will be responsible for visiting patients both community and facility settings and providing hospice services, as needed. About the Opportunity:
- Specialty: Hospice
- Patient Population: Adults / Geriatrics
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: Standard business
- Call: Yes
Responsibilities: The Hospice Nurse (RN) will:
- Perform both physical and psychosocial assessments
- Electronically document visits
- Develop and implement nursing plans of care
- Make recommendations for care based on patients' needs
- Contact the patient's Physician to request written orders to facilitate plan of care changes
- Supervise, train and evaluate Home Health Aides and homemakers working with hospice patients
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in a Hospital setting
- Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
- NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
Desired Skills:
- Bilingual
- Hospice and/or Home Care background