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I have done cardiac nursing for almost 6 years now and love it. But I was thinking about doing some per diem Hospice work, as it was what I really liked in college. I also like the idea of being able to take care of the whole patient, rather than running in and doing the tasks necessary at the hospital. So I guess my question is this...Is there a need for a one day a week or so Hospice nurse? (I can't give up my benefits at the hospital.) What about your job do you love? What do you hate?
I think that all hospices have different staffing needs. We are so large that we take whatever prn time people are able to give us. I love getting to know people - spending time with people, and fixing things for them. I don't like it when I've got too many patients with high acuity. It gets hairy sometimes but I still love it. You may do this for one day a week and decide that you love it so much, you'll want to switch jobs!
Good luck.
Hello Shay! I work as a home hospice nurse part time. I also work med\surg prn. I feel as though I have the best of both worlds. I love my hospice position, and as a part timer I do not case manage. I see pts who are usually more stable in order for the cm to spend more time with those pts or families who need the cm more. I find my position is very rewarding. I actually get to make a difference, also the MD's work so much better with us than with floor nurses who have to beg for every little thing. I think most hospices will be happy for any extra help they can get for home visits. Or even in a hospice facility, you could be an extra set of hands. You will never know how great a job it can be if you dont check it out.
ShayRN
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I have done cardiac nursing for almost 6 years now and love it. But I was thinking about doing some per diem Hospice work, as it was what I really liked in college. I also like the idea of being able to take care of the whole patient, rather than running in and doing the tasks necessary at the hospital. So I guess my question is this...Is there a need for a one day a week or so Hospice nurse? (I can't give up my benefits at the hospital.) What about your job do you love? What do you hate?