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Hospice RN
Grand Junction, Colorado
HopeWest-Hospice

$1,670-2,202/week

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Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Provide patient care across various settings including residential homes, assisted and skilled facilities, hospitals, and hospice care centers throughout Mesa County.
Manage symptom control and urgent visit needs during after-hours.
Attend to after-hour patient deaths across all hospice service lines.
Quickly assess patient and family situations to determine appropriate interventions.
Communicate clearly and specifically with different audiences.
Work remotely from home between patient visits.
Schedule consists of 3 shifts per week, each 12 hours long (7pm to 7am), rotating nights with shifts known 6 weeks in advance.

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado
Minimum of 2 years of Hospice Palliative Care RN experience, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Cost of Living

Cost of living in Grand Junction is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs in Grand Junction are around 90°F, with winter lows averaging around 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Grand Junction, and they can be relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Grand Junction is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Grand Junction has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Grand Junction offers a variety of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and exploring the nearby national parks.

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