Contract RN - Registered Nurse Hospice
$124,800–$124,800 year
On-siteLake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct patient care in a hospice home health setting using the nursing process, assessing learning needs, and implementing teaching strategies for patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Manage nursing resources, communicate effectively, and adapt communication styles to diverse patient populations while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Perform duties involving exposure to blood, body fluids, and hazardous medications, requiring proficiency in HCHB EMR and current BLS certification. Maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance. Health insurance available upon assignment start.
Required Qualifications
- RN - Registered Nurse
- License of State in which intend to work or Compact License
- >1 year experience required
- Local or travel accepted
- Required - Registered nurse degree
- Valid Driver License and Auto Insurance
- Minimum 1 year experience in Home Health setting as RN
- HCHB EMR experience
- Required - 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
Desired Qualifications
- >2 year experience preferred
- Preferred - Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
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