Hospice Registered Nurse
On-siteBuchanan, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Provide high-quality, patient-centered care with a focus on comfort, symptom management, and support during the end-of-life journey across the service area. Administer injections, handle medical equipment, and assist patients with mobility and physical activities in various home environments, including those with stairs or uneven surfaces. Lift and transfer patients up to 50lbs while navigating tight spaces. Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager. Respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations while demonstrating exceptional compassion and professionalism in supporting patients and families.
Required Qualifications
- Valid and in good standing multi-state RN license (KS and MO)
- Reliable transportation for an on-the-road role
- Ability to adapt to different working environments, including patient homes
- Dependable with regular and reliable attendance
- Exceptional compassion, empathy, and professionalism in supporting patients and families
- Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50lbs
- Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods
- Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities
- Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, administering injections, and handling medical instruments
- Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations
- Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces
- Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager
- Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations
- The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing
Desired Qualifications
- Hospice experience
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