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Weekends Hospice RN

Providence at Home with Compassus, Anchorage, AK, United States


Position Summary

Day Shift

3 days a week – 8a-8p, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Full Time

Sign‑On Bonus Potential – Jumpstart your journey with the potential of a special bonus when you join us as a full‑time Registered Nurse.

Providence at Home with Compassus

About the Role
We are currently seeking a

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

who is passionate about delivering person‑centered care in the home environment. In this role, you’ll assess patient and family needs, provide professional nursing care grounded in the full nursing process, and work closely with our Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and direct individualized plans of care.

Position Specific Responsibilities

Completes assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.

Provides a complete physical assessment and history and provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.

Writes and initiates Plan of Care in collaboration with the IDG.

Regularly reevaluates patient/family/caregiver needs and revises the Plan of Care as necessary.

Initiates the Plan of Care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.

Develops a care plan in conjunction with the patient/family/caregiver and IDG establishing goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating palliative nursing actions.

May administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the IDG‑approved Plan of Care.

Participates in on‑call duties as defined by the on‑call procedures.

Maintains productivity standards as set by organization guidelines.

Documentation / Information Management

Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given.

Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.

Participates in orientation, education, and development of team members.

Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in‑service classes.

Education and Experience
Required – Associate or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Nursing.
Preferred – 1 year experience practicing as a registered nurse. Experience as a Hospice CNA or Hospice LPN will be considered.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
Required – Current, unencumbered (State of Employment) Registered Nurse license.
Required – Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS – American Heart Association (Vendor Managed).

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to our pillars of success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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