Hospice RN Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the hospice RN position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for professional nursing services under the direction of a RN in compliance with the state's Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement, applicable healthcare standards, governmental laws and regulations, and our policies and procedures.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Hospice nursing certification preferred
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Experience in community health, critical care, oncology, HIV / AIDS, advanced illness or medical surgical patient care setting
• Hospice experience (preferably in home hospice agency)
• RN, LPN, or CNA licenses active in Washington State
• WA State Driver's license and auto insurance for travel roles outside of the Hospice Care Center
• BLS from American Heart Assn
• Currently licensed as an R.N

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the hospice RN position.

Previously, I was responsible for medical care within Hospice regulations and VNSNY guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Basic knowledge of current, frequently used medications, including modes of administration, actions and side effects
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of car insurance in accordance with Adoration policy
• Work under the direction of the Hospice Clinical Supervisor and on order of the physician
• Performing assigned duties, including administration of medication, wound care, treatments, and procedures and comfort care
• Case Manager an individual case load of patients and perform community admissions
• Ensures patients and patient families are involved in developing the patient plan of care
• Performs procedures and treatments according to accepted organizational and department policies and standards (complies with all H and CS applicable policies)
• Observe and provide data and observation used by the RN to develop a Plan of Care

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the hospice RN position.

Previously, I was responsible for coordination of patient care and daily operations consistent with Sutter Care at Home’s strategic and operating plan, standards and regulations;.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• CHPN - Certified Hospice And Palliative Nurse Upon Hire and
• CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire and
• Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire
• Participate in revising and developing departmental policies and procedures
• Enforce all Hospital and administrative policies and procedures including security, safety, fire, admission, and non-nursing related policies and procedures
• Assist in interviewing and selecting prospective employees
• Monitor the condition of patients, critically ill patients, staffing situations, and unusual events, which occur during assigned shift
• Respond to emergencies with initiative action and direct nursing and ancillary personnel until hospital administrative personnel arrive

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the hospice RN position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for coordination of patient care consistent with standards and regulations; must have exceptional interpersonal skills; must be able to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult hospice leadership.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Understands Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying
• Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health
• Has excellent observation skills, good nursing judgment and communication skills
• Able to use computer technology and electronic medical records in the field
• Access to reliable transportation and willing to conduct home visits
• EXPERIENCE - 6 months of hospice experience
• Recent hospice or long term care experience preferred
• Assessment skills related to patient and family care

Please consider me for the hospice RN opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for coordination of patient care consistent with standards and regulations.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Revise plan of care as appropriate
• Initiate necessary referrals in a timely manner
• Demonstrate competency in skills and knowledge pertinent to the practice of a registered nurse
• Direct the care given by the Hospice Aides, respite caregivers and volunteers by providing verbal and written instruction
• Prepare, provide and summarize clinical documentation regarding the patient's condition, visits and progress toward meeting the patient's goal, including appropriate discharge of patient from service
• Develop, maintain and revise patient and office records to meet department standards, state and federal regulations, in a timely manner to ensure proper financial management
• Update the interdisciplinary plan of care every 14 days or as patient condition requires
• Inform the physician, members of the hospice team and other parties as indicated of changes in the patient's condition and needs