Hospice Nurse- Comfort House

SCHEDULE: 0700-1900; 36 HOURS PER WEEK.

SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000 

JOB SUMMARY

Collaborates with the health care team using evidence based practice, demonstrating accountability, respect for patients, families and coworkers, while providing safe and optimal patient outcomes.  Promotes continuity of care by communicating effectively with interdisciplinary team and family as appropriate. Directs the work of the support staff in the provision of care.  Performs general nursing duties using critical thinking skills with minimal supervision.  Able to work with the age specific populations according to the setting.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.


• Current Registration and Licensure in the State of Iowa as an RN. Must be in good standing with the Board of Nursing.


• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Code BLS required.  New employees certify within three (3) months after hire date.


• Must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license and meet satisfactory motor vehicle record requirements, if applicable.


• Must maintain and provide proof of his/her own auto insurance policy, if applicable.


• Nursing experience in the area of practice


• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.


• High degree of empathetic listening skills, tact and kindness toward others.


• Effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills required.


• Must work effectively as a member of a team.


• Basic computer knowledge.


• Technical and critical thinking skills in relation to sound nursing judgment.

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