Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Staff Nurse Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Patient Care Manager Job Summary: As a Staff Nurse, you will provide compassionate nursing care to terminally ill hospice patients and support their families through end-of-life care and bereavement. You will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure continuity and quality of care in patients’ homes and hospice offices. Key Responsibilities: Assess and reassess nursing needs of hospice patients regularly. Provide hospice nursing services, treatments, and preventive procedures. Initiate nursing procedures relevant to patient care and safety. Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or emotional conditions to physicians and the interdisciplinary team. Educate, supervise, and counsel patients and their families regarding care. Supervise and train nursing service personnel including hospice aides. Develop and update patient/family care plans with the interdisciplinary team. Participate in team conferences and maintain required patient records. Follow hospice policies, maintain confidentiality, and comply with HIPAA. Participate in on-call coverage as needed. Maintain professional skills and knowledge through ongoing education. Work Environment: Travel to patient homes and work within the hospice office. Exposure to physical demands includes lifting, walking, and exposure to various environmental conditions. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license. Qualifications & Requirements: Degree from an accredited school of nursing. Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state. Minimum of 2 years nursing experience preferred; recent patient contact within last 3 years preferred. Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to cope with emotional stress. Ability to supervise nursing staff and respond to crises outside hospital settings. Completion of hospice training program required (or willingness to complete). Physical capability to perform essential duties, including lifting patients up to 100 pounds and tolerating exposure to elements like odors, blood, and body fluids. Must provide annual TB test and other state-required health screenings. Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation. Ability to adapt to diverse social, racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
Certified Nurse’s Aide (CNA) – Full Time Wyndmoor, PA | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Tender Care Hospice is now offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus for all newly hired full-time Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). Tender Care Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nurse’s Aide (CNA) to join our growing team. If you are dedicated to providing comfort, dignity, and care to patients and families during life’s most meaningful moments, we would love to hear from you. Why Join Tender Care Hospice? Monday–Friday schedule (no weekends or evenings required) Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays Supportive and team-oriented environment Training and professional development provided Opportunity to make a true difference in the lives of patients and families Sign-On Bonus Available: Tender Care Hospice is now offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus for all newly hired full-time Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). $750 issued after successful completion of the 90-day introductory period. $750 issued after successful completion of 180 days of employment. Qualifications Graduate of a state-certified Nurse’s Aide training program In good standing with the State Board of Nursing Experience working with patients facing serious illness or end-of-life care preferred Must embrace the hospice philosophy of comfort, dignity, and compassion Current driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required Responsibilities Working under the supervision of the RN Case Manager and/or Patient Care Coordinator, the CNA will: Provide personal care (bathing, feeding, grooming, transferring, vital signs, bed linen and mouth care) Support patients and families with emotional and practical needs Maintain infection control and safety standards Assist with caregiver/patient teaching and bereavement activities as appropriate Monitor and stock patient supplies at home Document patient care accurately Participate in staff meetings and interdisciplinary team collaboration Orientation & Training We provide a comprehensive orientation and ongoing training through in-house sessions, approved seminars, or self-study programs to ensure you feel confident and supported in your role. Accountability Reports directly to the RN Case Manager and/or Director of Nursing.
I. Qualifications Skilled Nurse from an Accredited program currently licensed and in good standing with the Pennsylivna State Board of Nursing. One to 1 years experience in nursing in an acute care setting or 1-year experience in home health, hospice or comparable experience is preferred. Desire to learn and demonstration of aptitude for the hospice philosophy and comfort care required. II. Responsibilities Nurse Manager, works in conjuction with Hospice Executive Director and the Interdisciplinary Team to: · provide hands-on clinical nursing, interacting with patients, family, physicians, Interdisciplinary Team members, and other health care professionals involved in the patient’s care. · assess and coordinate a pain/symptom management program formulated with the participation of family and patient, attending physician and the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizing pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods of pain/symptom control to enhance quality of life. · assist in facilitating freedom of choice, relief of suffering and death with dignity for patients facing end of life issues. · provide support and education for families based on the hospice philosophy of care. Care includes physical, psychological, spiritual, and financial comfort. · participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings and up-dates the Plan of Care (POC) for assigned patients based on identified problems and needs. · ensure all services provided are in accordance with the patient’s POC. · ensure the POC involves the active participation of the patient, family, PCP, and the Interdisciplinary Team · educate patient and family on the disease process and expectation related to the disease progression. · assist with CQI activities. · work as a team member at all times and uphold the Hospice Code of Ethics · provide care to manage patient symptoms. · utilize the medication formulary whenever possible for the management of patient symptoms. III. Orientation and TRAining Tender Care Hospice will provide orientation and training, as necessary, to assist the Nurse Manager in performing the responsibilities listed above. Training may be in-house or outside seminars. Evidence of orientation and training will become part of the personnel file. IV. On Call The Nurse manager will be on call according to scheduling. During the hours when on call, the Nurse Manager is expected to follow On Call Protocol and to respond to all pages within 20 minutes. V. Accountability Reports directly to the Hospice Executive Director.
