Job Description:
About Us:
Affinity Hospice is one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country. We are passionate about giving exceptional care to our hospice patients and their families. We believe the care we provide truly matters and we would love to have you join our nationally recognized team!
What We Offer:
Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Time, and Holiday Pay
Gas Card Program and Car Maintenance Stipend
BenefitPackage (Medical, Dental, Vision and more) for full-time employees
401K
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
Internal Company Advancement
Free end of life training
Position Summary:
The Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care to patients in an inpatient setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, monitoring patient conditions, administering treatments, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care.
Hours / Schedule: PRN-RN On Call; Weekends only
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent) preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year of recent acute care experience in an institutionalsetting required.
One (1) year of home care and/orHospice experiencepreferred.
Current RN license valid in the assigned state(s).Current CPRcertification is required.
Valid driver’s license with a reliable, insured vehicle,if required foroperational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide professional nursing care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, including vital signs, physical exams, and review of medical history.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient needs.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribedby physicians.
Monitor and document patient status, including changes in condition, pain, and response to treatments.
Provide patient and familyeducation regarding diseasemanagement, medications, and self-care techniques.
Assist patients with activities of daily living to promote comfort and independence.
Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care.
Ensure patient safetyand maintain atherapeutic and supportive environment.
Participate in daily rounds, interdisciplinary team meetings, and patient care conferences.
Engage in quality improvement initiativesand maintain compliancewith regulatory standards.
Maintain accurate and timely documentationin the electronic health record.
Attend continuing education, in-services, and trainingto maintain clinicalcompetency.
Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
Prolongedor considerable walkingor standing.
Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients.
Able to lift supplies and equipment.
Considerable reaching, stoopingbending, kneeling and/orcrouching.
Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
Affinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.