Hospice Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) 2nd shift

About the Role :

The Hospice Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals in the final stages of life within the inpatient unit located in Sheboygan Falls. This position involves managing complex symptom control, providing emotional support to patients and their families, and coordinating interdisciplinary care to ensure comfort and dignity. The RN will work Monday & Thursday from 3pm-11pm and Tuesday and Wednesday from 7pm-11pm, along with a rotating Friday and every 3rd weekend for either 4 or 8 hour shifts.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wisconsin.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in hospice, palliative, or end-of-life care settings.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to work the specified schedule of 2nd shift and every 3rd weekend.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Preferred Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

Skills :

The Hospice Inpatient RN utilizes clinical nursing skills daily to assess patient conditions, administer medications, and implement care plans tailored to individual needs. Strong communication skills are essential for educating patients and families, providing emotional support, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure cohesive care delivery. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are applied when responding to changes in patient status and adjusting interventions accordingly. Time management and organizational skills enable the nurse to efficiently manage multiple patients during each shift while maintaining thorough documentation. Preferred skills such as proficiency with EMR systems and advanced certifications enhance the nurse's ability to deliver specialized hospice care and improve patient outcomes.