PRN Hospice RN in Ellijay, Georgia at Willowbrook Hospice LLC

PRN Hospice Registered Nurse

Ellijay, GA

Are you in search of a new career opportunity where you are valued and make a difference? If so, now is the time to choose Willowbrook Hospice. We are hiring talented and caring individuals.

Responsibilities:

• Complete initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patients and families
• Initiate patient plan of care and reevaluate as necessary
• Utilize health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis
• Administer medication and treatment as prescribed by the physician in the plan of care
• Counsel the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs
• Complete and maintain accurate clinical notes
• Communicate with the physician and participate in interdisciplinary group meetings to meet the medical and emotional needs of the patient and family/caregivers
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

At Willowbrook Hospice, we are experts in support and comfort care with a commitment to quality of life for those that need it most.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law

Qualifications:· Graduate of an accredited nursing school with current licensure to practice in state of Georgia· 1 year Hospice nursing experience required, 3+ years preferred

• Knowledge of the hospice philosophy of care
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence

Physical Requirements:· Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a I00 pound patient. Transportation:· Must have a current valid driver's license, auto liability insurance for State of Georgia and reliable transportation.