Hospice Registered Nurse

About This Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) Position HopeHealth is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its Massachusetts team. HopeHealth is a fast-growth and innovative not-for profit healthcare organization, focused on caring for people with serious illness. We deliver a unique array of medical care, care management and support services throughout southeastern Massachusetts. This is a per diem position. What will you do as a Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)? Conducts assessments for home and nursing home patients. Assesses patient and family status based on the physiological, psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional needs presented. Develops a written plan of care with IDT, defining goals and nursing actions based on needs identified in assessment of patient and family. Implements the plan of care under the direction of the attending physician. Evaluates the plan of care on a regular basis and as necessary to meet the changing needs of the Hospice patient and caregiver. Instructs the caregiver in the care of the terminally ill based on the individual personal differences, educational background and previous experience. Demonstrates skill in interpersonal relationships with Hospice patient, families, nursing home staff, co-workers and community support services. Maintains accurate records in designated manner to record observations, problems and nursing actions which reflect the care given to Hospice patients / families at time of visits. What are the qualifications for this job? Current MA Nursing License Two years hospice or oncology preferred Homecare nursing experience preferred Two years medical / surgical nursing experience preferred. Must have well developed nursing assessment and clinical skills. RN required BSN preferred Hospice/Palliative care nursing certification preferred CPR Certification What are the job benefits? For your health and peace of mind: Eligible to participate in retirement working-hours per year Mileage reimbursement For your wellbeing: A caring culture that supports your wellbeing For your career: A robust orientation program Reimbursement for certifications HopeHealth Clinical Education Lab (continuing education) HopeHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion HopeHealth is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workspace. We believe that attracting, developing and empowering exceptional people will allow us to continue to deliver the best care for our patients and families. All qualified individuals - inclusive of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age and ability - are warmly welcome at HopeHealth. Discover a career that transforms lives - including yours. At HopeHealth, health care is more than a career choice. It's a calling. You can see it in our incredible team, who are as compassionate as they are talented. You can see it in the trust that our patients and families place in us every day. And you can see it in our values - as a health care organization, and as an employer. At HopeHealth, we care deeply about every life we touch, including yours. We're committed to giving employees the support they need to not only excel at their jobs, but to love what they do. Join us, and you'll be part of a team that inspires you, a workplace that invests in you, and a mission that brings hope and dignity to patients and families every day. HopeHealth is a not-for-profit market leader in the areas of home health, palliative and hospice care serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our family of brands include HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care, HopeHealth Community VNA and HopeHealth Visiting Nurse. Our Hospice Care Team HopeHealth's hospice care team provides comfort and support to patients who are in the advanced stages of serious illness or nearing the end of life. Join our team, and you'll: Help patients and families make every moment count. Hospice is a special calling. Your work will help patients live as comfortably and fully as possible, and provide meaningful support for everyone in the family. As part of our team, you'll provide patients, and their loved ones, with a peaceful end-of-life setting. Know that your expertise and unique perspective are valued. In our inclusive work culture, you'll be free to work autonomously while feeling authentic support from your team. You'll experience the mutual respect, collaboration and trust of a healthcare team that's committed to going above and beyond for every patient - and for every member of the team. Enjoy a flexible work schedule and generous benefits. Work full-time, part-time or per diem with scheduling flexibility to maximize your work/family life balance. Benefits include competitive compensation package, health care coverage, education reimbursement, and an employer-match retirement plan. Be part of a leading team. For over 40 years, HopeHealth Hospice has set the gold standard for end-of-life care. We're the second-oldest hospice in the country, and one of the largest not-for-profit hospice providers in New England. We are committed to giving all of our employees the skills and support they need to deliver the best possible patient care. per diem per diem