LPN Hospice Nurse

About This Role

This nursing role focuses on providing compassionate care and support to terminally ill patients, aiming to bring comfort and peace of mind during their final days. It suits a registered nurse who values hospice care in alleviating pain and suffering, and who can help patients live their final days with dignity and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to plan care
• Make frequent visits to the patient to evaluate their condition
• Provide support and comfort according to individual patient’s needs
• Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
• Help in administering medication
• Alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease’s end phase
• Notify a doctor for a patient’s condition when deemed necessary
• Assist patients and their families with paperwork
• Maintain accurate records
• Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support

Requirements

• Proven experience as hospice nurse or registered nurse
• Knowledge of nursing care processes and medication guidelines/side-effects
• Committed to safety precautions and high ethical standards
• Proficient in English
• Sound judgement and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate nature
• Cool-tempered and patient
• Emotional/mental stability and stamina
• Formal nurse training
• Current CPR certificate

Nice to have:

• Certification as hospice nurse