Hospice On Call Nurse - Home Health Care, Inc.

Job Description: Hospice On Call Nurse

Location: Twin Cities Metro

Join our compassionate team as a Hospice On Call Nurse, where your dedication to ensuring comfort and support for patients and families during the end-of-life process will make a profound impact. If you're passionate about making a difference during critical moments, we invite you to be part of our caring community.

If you're driven by the opportunity to provide comfort and support to patients and families during their most vulnerable moments, we encourage you to apply for the role of Hospice On Call Nurse. Your expertise and dedication will be a beacon of light, ensuring that individuals facing urgent end-of-life situations receive the care and attention they deserve. Join us now to make a meaningful impact in our compassionate and dedicated hospice environment.

Hospice On Call Nurse Responsibilities:

• Emergency Response: Provide timely and skilled nursing interventions to manage symptoms, pain, and distress for hospice patients during off-hours.
  
• Telephonic Support: Offer empathetic and knowledgeable guidance to patients, families, and caregivers over the phone, ensuring immediate assistance.
  
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care and communicate vital information to daytime staff.
  
• Emotional Comfort: Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families facing urgent end-of-life situations.
  
• Medication Management: Administer medications and treatments as needed, maintaining strict adherence to hospice protocols.
  
• Documentation: Accurately record patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.
  

Hospice On Call Nurse Qualifications:

• RN Licensure: Active registered nurse license, demonstrating clinical competence and adherence to nursing standards.
  
• Hospice Expertise: Deep understanding of hospice principles and practices, with a genuine commitment to patient comfort and dignity.
  
• Compassionate Nature: Innate empathy and a heartfelt dedication to providing comfort to patients and families during challenging times.
  
• Critical Thinker: Strong problem-solving skills to assess urgent situations and make informed decisions under pressure.
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for clear and compassionate interactions with patients and families.
  
• Availability: Flexible schedule and readiness to respond promptly to on-call assignments, ensuring patient needs are met promptly.