Travel Nurse RN - Hospice - $2,106 per week in York, PA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: York
Posted on: June 30, 2025
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Job Description:
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a
qualified Hospice RN in York, Pennsylvania, 17402! Pay Information
$2,106 per week About The Position Job Title: Hospice Registered
Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Hospice Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hours per Shift: 8 Experience: Minimum of
one (1) year experience as a Registered Nurse, either in acute care
hospital, oncology, long-term care, hospice or home health. School
internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in
individual cases. License: Current license to practice nursing in
the state of employment. Certifications: BLS (American Heart
Association), current automobile insurance, and valid driver's
license. Must-Have: Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their
families; understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of
the special needs of hospice patients and families; excellent
patient assessment skills; knowledge of roles of all disciplines
providing hospice services; good oral and written communication
skills; documentation and program management; thorough knowledge of
managed care principles and regulatory guidelines. Description: The
Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care services to
hospice patients and supportive care to their families. Manage an
interdisciplinary group consisting of Licensed Practical/Vocational
Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and support staff to enhance
the quality of hospice care. Case manage all assigned patient
clinical records. Assure the highest quality of care is provided
and documented in accordance with the Plan of Care. Perform initial
and ongoing assessments of the patient. Help develop and implement
the Hospice Plan of Care as prescribed by the physician and in
conjunction with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group. Work
closely with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group to
provide all-inclusive physical, psychosocial, educational,
emotional, and spiritual services, including bereavement support to
the patient and family. Report any changes in the patient’s
condition to both the Attending Physician and Hospice Physician.
Maintain an accurate and updated medical record, including all
Interdisciplinary notes, Plans of Care, initial and ongoing
assessments, and any other information pertinent to the care of the
patient. Practice infection control measures and standard
precautions. Monitor scheduling of all staff. Participate in the
Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Program. May be
requested to participate in an on-call schedule. Consistently
promote the organization's core values. Complete required
compliance annual training. Perform other activities as assigned.
Attend staff meetings. Maintain a high level of knowledge
pertaining to the management of pain and symptoms in the dying
process. Make routine supervisory visits to all other team members
at least monthly. Perform ongoing review and follow-up on assigned
patient clinical records to ensure quality services are provided,
standards of practice are followed, and compliance with policies,
procedures, and regulatory requirements is maintained. Maintain
close contact with the patient’s family and/or significant others
to provide information, support, and continuity of care. Maintain
primary control and professional management of each patient and act
as the primary liaison between physician, patient/family, and the
hospice team to stay informed of all clinical issues, staffing, and
scheduling concerns. Be responsible for educating the patient,
family, or other caregivers regarding needs identified on the Plan
of Care, including, but not limited to, medication administration,
dressing changes, oxygen administration, hospice philosophy, and
care of the terminally ill patient. 27877299EXPTEMP Job
Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS Pharmacology Skills
Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to
new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters
adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life
and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Change
environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm
and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments
keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Different facilities may
use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record
systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency
in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Facing new
challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses often become
more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their abilities to
handle unforeseen circumstances. Some travel nursing agencies
provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to
expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest
advancements in healthcare.
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