Hospice Nurse

Overview

• Provide compassionate hospice care to patients in home and assisted living settings, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life care.
• Manage a caseload of 15–20 patients weekly, conducting 4–5 visits daily to deliver personalized care.
• Perform clinical tasks such as symptom management, wound care, and Foley catheter insertion with precision and empathy.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease progression, symptom control, and end-of-life care strategies.
• Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless service delivery and patient advocacy.
• Document patient interactions and care plans accurately, adhering to regulatory and organizational standards.
• Supervise Home Health Aides, providing guidance and conducting required supervisory visits.
• Participate in case conferences and contribute to interdisciplinary care planning for optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Deliver skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Perform medication reconciliation and coordinate care with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Monitor patient progress, adjusting care plans to address evolving health conditions.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, medications, and symptom control techniques.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of patient care activities and outcomes.
• Coordinate services and act as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Supervise Home Health Aides and conduct required supervisory visits to ensure quality care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to optimize care planning and delivery.

Job Requirements

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) License and AHA BLS Certification required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma acceptable.
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience or 6 months of LPN experience required.
• Proficiency in computer systems and documentation essential for accurate record-keeping.
• Experience in home care, hospice, or community health nursing preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills for patient and caregiver education and advocacy.
• Ability to coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams and manage complex cases effectively.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a community-based setting.