Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Admissions Nurse of Hospice of Western Kentucky is responsible for the implementation and coordination of care from the initial referral to admission. Professional: - Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. - Supervisory experience preferred. - Current licensure in the state of Kentucky. - Knowledge of current trends and techniques in nursing practice. - Ability to comprehend applicable federal, state and local regulations and policies, procedures and programs. - Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills - At least three years of experience in a patient care position in a hospital, nursing home, or related health care facility preferred. - Desires to work as part of a team and willing to represent the principles, view and mission of Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Kentucky. - Personal qualities of empathy, responsibility, dependability, and intelligence. - Must abide by HWKY Code of Ethics, Core Values and Anti-Values. - Must be Covid Vaccinated or receive an applicable exemption approved by Hospice. Equal Opportunity Employer