General Inpatient Hospice RN

Would you like to be a part of a rapidly growing locally owned company with a commitment to quality patient care? James River Hospice is actively seeking a compassionate and highly committed General Inpatient Hospice RN to join our growing team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive inpatient care to hospice patients who require ongoing hospitalization. Your responsibilities will involve tending to the needs of patients admitted to Chippenham Hospital. You will also coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure an optimal care experience for the patient. Schedule: 7 days on/ 7 days off 9 am-6 pm What's in it for you? Competitive Salary Company Paid Cell phone and Tablet Flexible Schedules GENEROUS time-off package 21 Days off (15 PTO Days and 6 Paid Holidays) Accrues on Day One. (PTO policy rewards longevity with increases each year) Competitively priced health plan, vision and dental, partially employer paid. Company paid short and long-term disability and life insurance (up to $50,000 in coverage) 401K with employer match Career advancement opportunities Proactive Health Management Wellness Program (PHMP) We Pay for CPR Recertification. Job Duties: Your primary duties encompass patient assessment and care planning, with a focus on effective pain and symptom management. You will provide crucial emotional support to both patients and their families, ensuring end-of-life comfort and dignity. Education and communication play a vital role as you educate patients and families on hospice philosophy and care options. Maintaining meticulous documentation and record-keeping is essential, tracking care provided and patient responses. Medication management is another critical aspect, and to serve as a patient advocate to ensure patients needs are met. Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse with a current license to practice nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia At least one year of hospice experience is required. Graduate of an accredited nursing school. Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable car available for use during work hours. If you are interested and are a caring, compassionate nurse who can make a difference in the lives of our patients, then we would be interested in meeting you "James River is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status."