Registered Nurse Hospice

Registered Nurse Hospice Overview

• The Registered Nurse Hospice role involves providing compassionate, skilled nursing care to patients in their homes within Bergen, Passaic, and Hudson Counties.
• This position emphasizes individualized care, allowing nurses to focus on one patient at a time in a field-based environment.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective care delivery.
• Engage in comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and ongoing evaluations tailored to patient needs.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and care goals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with insurance and regulatory requirements.
• This role offers the opportunity to work independently while managing a patient caseload effectively.
• Contribute to a supportive and collaborative healthcare environment focused on excellence in patient care.

Registered Nurse Hospice Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct professional nursing care in patients' homes, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Perform detailed patient assessments, monitor conditions, and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Develop and implement individualized Plans of Care in collaboration with physicians.
• Administer prescribed treatments and skilled nursing procedures with precision.
• Educate patients and caregivers on care practices and medication management.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams for seamless care transitions and resource referrals.
• Ensure compliance with physician orders, insurance authorizations, and documentation standards.
• Supervise home health aides and provide guidance to enhance care quality.
• Maintain productivity and uphold professional standards in all nursing activities.

Registered Nurse Hospice Job Requirements

• Active NJ Registered Nurse License and AHA BLS/HCP Certification are mandatory.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma acceptable.
• Minimum of 6+ months RN experience or 1+ year LPN experience required.
• Prior home care or hospice experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, care planning, medication management, and clinical documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based setting and manage a patient caseload.
• Strong communication skills for coordination with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Comfortable with travel within assigned territories and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Preferred certifications include IV Certification and additional hospice/home care training.