Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN)

Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) St. Peters, MOThis caring hospice organization recognizes the significance of each precious, end-of-life journey. We will do all we can to provide an empowering hospice experience to each patient we have the privilege of working with.We are seeking a talented Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) for 40 hours per week.Job Summary:The Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) plans, organizes, and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. This professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities.Responsibilities: Completes an initial, comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. Assesses and evaluates patient''s status by: Writing and initiating plan of care Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis, and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician''s plan of care. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient''s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as munication: Communicates with the physician regarding the patient''s needs and reports changes in the patient''s condition; obtains/receives physicians'' orders as required. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver.Qualifications:A passion for hospice care and the ability to build relationships with both patients and their family membersGraduate of an accredited school of nursing. One (1) to two (2) years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting, and one (1) to two (2) years of recent experience in home care. We''re excited to train RN''s that are passionate about hospice care.Current licensure in State.Associates degree required, bachelor''s degree, preferred.One (1) year of hospice care experience preferred. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working orderThe ability to work efficiently with little direct supervisionBenefits of Employment:Excellent compensationExtensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance401(k) plan with matching contributionsPTO and HolidaysTuition reimbursementGrowth opportunitiesA supportive and employee-centric cultureComprehensive orientationAmple PPESchedule:Monday - Friday; 8a-5p with some on-call and weekend rotationWork Location:Primarily facility based (70%)Home based hospice care (30%)Coverage Area:Will be assigned a centralized territory Productivity:1-2 admissions per day (may be asked to do up to 3 on rare occasion)EMR Used:Homecare HomebaseCompensation: Excellent compensation package (based on years of experience as a RN)Mileage reimbursement at $0.58 per/mileEquipment:Android smart phoneAmple PPENecessary supplies

Created: 2025-11-15