Registered Professional Nurse

As a Registered Professional Nurse at our hospice in Colorado Springs, you will provide holistic nursing care tailored to each patient's needs. This includes assessing patient conditions, developing care plans, administering medications, and offering emotional support to patients and families. You'll collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and document everything accurately to maintain professional standards.

To qualify for the Registered Professional Nurse position at our hospice organization, you must hold a current RN Licensure in the state of Colorado with no encumbrance. Previous experience in hospice or palliative care is highly preferred, and possessing a compassionate nature is vital for supporting patients and families during difficult times. Additionally, having a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license is important for this role.

The typical salary range for a Registered Professional Nurse at our hospice in Colorado Springs is competitive, with starting salaries between $85,000 to $95,000 annually. Compensation is commensurate with your relevant nursing experience, reflecting the valuable contributions you will make to our team and the families we serve.

Working as a Registered Professional Nurse at our hospice comes with a comprehensive benefits package. It includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(K) plan, life and disability insurance, and more. You'll also enjoy paid time off and holidays to ensure work-life balance as you provide compassionate care.

As a Registered Professional Nurse at our hospice in Colorado Springs, you can expect a Monday through Friday schedule during daytime hours. There will also be on-call duties that may require after-hours and weekend availability, with rotations based on location, ensuring that we provide continuous care to our patients.

When answering this question, focus on your passion for patient care and the importance of providing comfort at the end of life. Share personal stories or experiences that inspired you to choose hospice nursing, highlighting your desire to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Discuss specific instances where you practiced holistic care, emphasizing your approach to treating the patient as a whole. Outline how you integrate physical, emotional, and spiritual support in your nursing practice, particularly in a hospice setting.

Explain your coping mechanisms and the importance of self-care. You can mention strategies you use to manage stress, such as debriefing with colleagues, practicing mindfulness, or seeking support from mentors, ensuring that you remain effective in providing compassionate care.

Describe your experience working with interdisciplinary teams in previous roles. Emphasize your ability to communicate effectively, share knowledge, and contribute to comprehensive care strategies, showcasing how collaboration enhances patient outcomes.

Highlight the importance of timely and precise documentation. Discuss the systems or protocols you follow to maintain thorough records and how you ensure compliance with regulatory standards, which is essential in a hospice environment.

Detail your assessment processes when creating care plans, including patient history, family input, and interdisciplinary insights. Illustrate your ability to tailor care based on diverse needs while continuously updating plans based on changes.

Discuss your empathetic communication style, emphasizing the importance of honesty and compassion. Share methods you use to approach sensitive topics, ensuring the patient or family feels supported and respected throughout the discussion.

Provide a specific example illustrating your advocacy efforts, highlighting how you prioritized the patient's preferences and needs, worked with other healthcare professionals, and successfully implemented changes to enhance their care experience.

Articulate your understanding of current challenges in hospice care, such as managing pain control, addressing emotional needs, and navigating family dynamics. Share your thoughts on potential solutions or improvements you would advocate for in your role.

Reflect on the significance of compassionate care in hospice nursing. Discuss how it impacts patient comfort and family experiences, and how you, as a nurse, can facilitate this compassionate approach to enhance the quality of life during challenging times.