Registered Nurse Hospice House

Job Summary: Responsible for providing nursing care to a group of patients and coordinating hospice services within the Hospice Facility as requested by the physician relating to the care/needs of patients/families facing a terminal illness and end-of-life needs. The registered nurse supervises the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and cooperates with other disciplines to give high quality total care to the patient and family with the hospice facility.

Qualification:

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred, and current RN license to practice in NC (NC license or multi-state (compact) license). A minimum of one year clinical experience in hospice, an acute care setting with Oncology/Med/Surgical or Critical Care background preferred. Clinical experience must have been within last three years.

Utilizes good clinical judgment and skill in the nursing management of clients with a terminal illness. Demonstrates the ability to function independently and to provide guidance and supervision of CNA#s. Basic computer skills preferred.# Must maintain BCLS certification.# EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability