Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice
Shift Notes
Flexible schedule available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Consideration for 4/10 hour shifts. Mileage reimbursement provided.
Weekend Requirements
No weekend work required.
On Call Requirements
While traditional on-call duties are not required, standard operating expectations for a Hospice RN will apply.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated RN Care Manager to provide comfort, compassion, and quality care to patients and families during critical times. This role primarily involves managing patient care and delivering services that require specialized bedside nursing skills tailored for symptom management, crisis intervention, and family education. The ideal candidate will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and proven experience in building and maintaining rapport with patients and their families, while effectively collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
Working Conditions
- Primarily works in patient residences.
- Travel to long-term care facilities, hospitals, and various agencies is necessary.
- Overnight travel outside the service area may be required for continuing education.
- Potential exposure to infections and bloodborne pathogens.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in hospice care.
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Reliable transportation is required.
Certification Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- A valid state nursing license in Virginia is required.
About Us
We are a non-profit, community-based organization focused on providing in-home care for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses and their families. We believe that assisting patients and families during this significant time is both an honor and privilege. Our strong reputation for professional competence and integrity drives us to seek employees who align with our philosophy and commit to providing dignity and respect to those we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Dress Code
Business casual attire is encouraged. No specific scrub color required.