Overview • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals in hospice, ensuring their physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs are met effectively. • Develop and implement personalized nursing care plans for patients in end-of-life stages, promoting dignity and comfort. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic and comprehensive care tailored to patient needs. • Supervise and evaluate the performance of home health aides and personal care workers in patient care settings. • Request and manage physician orders to adapt care plans based on evolving patient conditions. • Conduct thorough assessments and provide expert recommendations to enhance patient comfort and care quality. • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical data and patient progress in compliance with regulations. • Maintain adherence to hospice care standards and regulations, fostering a culture of excellence and compassion. Key Responsibilities & Duties • Perform comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments for hospice patients, identifying needs and priorities. • Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans, ensuring alignment with patient preferences and clinical guidelines. • Supervise, train, and evaluate home health aides and personal care workers to maintain high-quality care standards. • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to update and optimize patient care plans as required. • Provide hands-on interventions and support to patients, addressing physical and emotional needs effectively. • Educate and support patients and their families, fostering understanding and comfort during challenging times. • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, ensuring transparency and accountability. • Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of best practices in hospice care delivery. Job Requirements • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing or equivalent educational qualification is required. • Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with hospice care experience being preferred. • Proficiency in clinical data documentation and developing patient care plans effectively. • Strong communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills to engage with patients and teams. • Ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care. • Knowledge of hospice care standards, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and quality. • Capability to supervise and evaluate home health aides and personal care workers effectively. • Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that upholds dignity and comfort.