Hospice Per Diem RN (Bergen County, NJ)

Job Summary:

Ennoble Care is looking for a Per Diem Hospice Registered Nurse to provide care and support to terminally ill patients within the Bergen County, NJ region. Your presence and services should bring comfort to the person who faces the end of their lives and help them reach acceptance and peace of mind. A compassionate nature and excellent interpersonal skills will make you a good candidate for this position. We expect you to be knowledgeable in caring for the terminally ill, performing tasks such as administering medication and providing emotional support. The goal is to help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
• Triage phone calls
• Make visits to the patient as needed to evaluate their condition
• Provide support and comfort according to individual patient’s needs
• Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
• Help in administering medication
• Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease’s end phase
• Notify a doctor for a patient’s condition when deemed necessary
• Assist patients and their families with paperwork
• Maintain accurate records
• Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support 

Qualifications: 

• Must be a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Must be licensed in NJ as a Registered Nurse by New Jersey State Board of Nursing in 
  accordance with NJSA 45:11-23 et seq and NJAC 13:37.
• One year of RN experience. Hospice experience preferred.
• Must have excellent assessment skills and problem solving skills.
• Should be skillful in organization and in the principles of time management and have 
  knowledge of case management processes.
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
• The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

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