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VNA HospicePosted 3 weeks ago

RN | Registered Nurse | Hospice House | Nights

On-siteTopeka, Kansas, United States

Full TimeLicense Or Certification

Job Summary

Assess and manage patient symptoms, particularly pain, while administering medications and updating care plans in a 12-bed inpatient hospice facility. Document all care provided and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team of physicians, social workers, and chaplains to ensure dignified end-of-life services. Support and educate families, offering emotional reassurance and explaining care expectations during this difficult time. Shifts run 3-12 hours from 7:00pm to 7:00am. Requires an active Kansas RN license, BSN or ADN, and current CPR/BLS certification. Preferred qualifications include hospice experience, CHPN certification, and EMR proficiency.

Required Qualifications

  • Active, unrestricted RN license (Kansas)
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
  • Ability to assess patients and manage symptoms
  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Desired Qualifications

  • Hospice or palliative care experience
  • At least 1 year of clinical nursing experience
  • BSN degree
  • Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
  • Hospice/Palliative Care certification (CHPN)

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