Registered Nurse - Hospice
Location
Peoria, IL | United States
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Job Description
Company Overview: Our client, a compassionate and dedicated hospice care provider, is committed to offering exceptional end-of-life care to patients and their families. We believe in providing comfort, dignity, and support during challenging times.
Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and empathetic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our hospice care team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality care to patients in their homes or hospice facilities. As an RN Hospice Nurse, you will work closely with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to ensure comfort, manage symptoms, and provide emotional support during end-of-life care.
Responsibilities: - Conduct initial assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Administer medications, manage symptoms, and provide skilled nursing care to maintain patient comfort.
- Educate patients and families on disease progression, treatment options, and end-of-life care.
- Regularly assess patient needs and coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families through compassionate communication and active listening.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and progress.
Qualifications: - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 2-4 years of nursing experience, preferably in hospice, palliative care, or a related field.
- Strong clinical skills with a focus on pain and symptom management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach towards patients and families facing end-of-life care.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits: - Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive work environment dedicated to teamwork and compassionate care.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and why you are passionate about providing hospice care to:
[email protected].
Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families during their end-of-life journey.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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