Registered Nurse-RN; Hospice House

Location
: 2060 Upton Dr. Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Reports
to
:
Hospice House Administrator
FLSA
:

Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Schedule:Full-Time;
Night Shift (7p-7a), three 12 hour shifts per week

Founded in 1982,
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being.

Our mission?
Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness.

• Respect for every person
• Passion for what we do
• Professionalism in all we do

is a nonprofit organization that provides compassionate respite and end-of-life care for those on hospice services in a peaceful and homelike environment. We offer expert care and emotional support for patients and their families during one of life’s most challenging times.

Featuring twelve private suites and peaceful shared spaces, our dedicated hospice house offers a comforting environment where families can cherish meaningful moments together. Guided by our mission, we honor each person’s dignity and individuality while providing care of the highest quality.

The Hospice RN will carry out the hospice interdisciplinary plan of care by providing compassionate, palliative nursing care services. Communicate with interdisciplinary team members, and accurately document care provided. Provide clinical services in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and regulations that define scope of practice. Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and hold others accountable for doing the same.

• Prepare the clinical and progress notes documenting outcomes of interventions.
• Perform specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Provide guidance and clinical support for the Hospice Team.
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatment adhering to aseptic technique as required.
• Assist the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
• Assess patient/family response to care.
• Ensure communication of information to appropriate team members.
• Rotate on call as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills for clear and professional interactions.
• Effectively meet deadlines and performs responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to handle stress compassionately.

• Must be able to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and relief of an obstructed airway.
• Climb at least 2 flights of stairs.
• Able to stand and/or walk for a period of at least 4 hours.

• An Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse licensed issued by the state of Virginia (or compact state).
• At least 2 years of nursing experience.
• Current CPR certification (Basic Life Support).
• Demonstrated ability with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and Google software.

• Experience in Skilled Nursing, assisted living or home health.
• Compensation: $40.00–$43.00 per hour, plus applicable night shift differential (based on relevant experience)
• Full-Time Employee (and eligible Part-Time Employee) Benefits & Perks Include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Available Day One!)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (Short- and Long-Term)
  • Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & 6 Paid Holidays (+ 2 Floating Holidays)
  • Tuition Assistance + Scholarships for You & Your Family
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans
  • Team Member Discounts
  • Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities