Registered Nurse (RN) Community Hospice - Hospice West

Trinity Health•Albany, NY

About The Position

If you want to make an impact and not burn out, we'd love to meet you. Apply today! Opportunities available to shadow a nurse! Full-Time Hospice Homecare/Case Manager RN (Albany/Schenectady area) The Community Hospice has a wonderful opportunity for a full-time RN (Monday to Friday) to work as part of our Hospice Home Care Team caring for patients and families in the west Albany and Schenectady county areas. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with a team (our teams include Aides, medical directors with specialized expertise in end of life care, social workers, chaplains, complementary therapists and volunteers). Monday - Friday 8a-4:30p Prioritizing Your Safety: Ensuring your safety is our top priority. From comprehensive training to providing necessary protective equipment, we're committed to creating a secure environment for you as you deliver exceptional care in our clients' homes. What you will do: Work as part of our Hospice Homecare Team caring for families residing in the West Albany and Schenectady County region. Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation, preceptors and a supportive work environment. Apply today for more information. We can also arrange a time for you to shadow one of our preceptors.

Requirements

A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
Associates Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred
1 year experience as an RN required-preferably in Hospice/Home Care or acute care.
Valid Driver's License and Reliable vehicle
The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written
High level of interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Hospice principles preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, to develop a comprehensive plan of care to provide added support to patients and families in their homes.
Work closely with a team (our teams include Aides, LPNs, medical directors and NPs with specialized expertise in end of life care, social workers, chaplains, complementary therapists and volunteers).