Hospice Registered Nurse

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La Vita Bella Home Health and Hospice is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses to provide exceptional, patient-centered care to individuals with terminal illness in the comfort of their homes.

In this role, you will deliver skilled nursing care to hospice patients, support families through the home care process, and provide guidance and compassion during times of bereavement. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while building strong, trusting relationships with patients and their loved ones.

At La Vita Bella, we believe the best patient experience begins with how we care for our employees. We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care by fostering a supportive work environment, offering competitive pay and benefits, and promoting a positive, team-focused atmosphere.

Our goal is for every team member to feel valued, appreciated, and supported while working in an environment that encourages growth, purpose, and professional development.

If you are passionate about hospice care and dedicated to providing dignity, comfort, and compassion, we would be honored to welcome you to the La Vita Bella team.

Responsibilities

Regularly assesses and reassesses the nursing needs of the Hospice patient.

Provides Hospice nursing services, treatments and preventative procedures.

Initiates nursing procedures appropriate for the patient's Hospice care and safety.

Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and IDG members any unexpected changes in the patient 's physical or emotional condition.

Teaches, supervises and counsels the Hospice patient and family members about providing care for the patient.

Develops and re-evaluates the patient/family care plan in conjunction with IDG to meet needs and maintain continuity of care.

Performs specific nursing procedures as needed (e.g., treatments, management of symptoms) following doctor's orders.

Maintains records as required by Hospice.

Organizes work schedule and utilizes time management to be able to attend all required meetings.

Complies with agency infection control policies and protocols.

Follows the policies and procedures of Hospice. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient-related information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Participates in on-call system and is responsible for providing on-call coverage when unavailable for assigned duties.

Job Types: Full-Time, Permanent

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance