Contract RN - Hospice Field
$104,000–$114,400 year
On-siteShreveport, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct hospice field nursing care, assessing patient needs, implementing teaching strategies, and managing interdisciplinary team resources. Utilize the nursing process to deliver patient care while adapting communication styles to diverse patient populations and family groups. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and the employer's Compliance & Privacy Program. Effectively use HCHB EMR and computers, demonstrating strong verbal/written communication, organizational skills, and professional judgment. Perform duties involving lifting up to 100 pounds and exposure to blood, body fluids, and hazardous medications. Requires current RN license (LA or Compact), BLS certification, and at least one year of home health experience; 5x 8-hour shifts (Mon-Fri) with health insurance available upon start.
Required Qualifications
- Registered nurse degree
- Valid Driver License and Auto Insurance
- Minimum 1 year experience in Home Health setting as RN
- Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed
- Ability to demonstrate good judgement
- RN- Registered Nurse
- LA or Compact License
- >1 year experience required
- Local or travel accepted
Desired Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
- >2 year experience preferred
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