Hospice Registered Nurse

3 weeks ago

Pflugerville, United States Excelin Health Services Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title/Position: Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

Reports to: Clinical Manager/Clinical Director

Position Summary:

The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care:

  1. Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
  2. Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs.
  3. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
  4. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis
  5. Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
  6. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
  7. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
  8. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.
  9. Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the patient.
  10. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.

Communication:

  1. Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary and at least every sixty days.
  2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required.
  3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.

Additional Duties:

  1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
  2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
  3. Instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeks.


POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.

2. Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.

3. Maintain a current CPR certification.

4. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is

in good working order.

5. Minimum of two years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care nursing is preferred.


SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.

2. Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills, nursing skills per

competency checklist.

3. Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.

4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising home health aides.

5. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and

equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform

required nursing skills

  • Hospice RN

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Hospice & Family Care Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a Hospice RN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Hospice & Family Care which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's Hospice & Family Care, offers a total rewards package...

  • Hospice RN

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Hospice & Family Care Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a Hospice RN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Hospice & Family Care which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's Hospice & Family Care, offers a total rewards package...

  • ICU Registered Nurse

    4 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At St. David's South Austin Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) ICU Registered Nurse and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total...

  • ICU Registered Nurse

    3 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At St. David's South Austin Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) ICU Registered Nurse and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a...

  • ICU Registered Nurse

    4 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At St. David's South Austin Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) ICU Registered Nurse and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Pflugerville, United States MGA Homecare Full time

    *Company Description**\*\*\*Current Texas Registered Nurse License is required.*At MGA Homecare, we're seeking passionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RN) to join our team. If you have a heart for helping others and a desire to make a true difference in your community, MGA Homecare is the place for you!If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey...

  • CVICU Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At St. David's South Austin Medical Center our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) CVICU Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical...

  • NICU Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's North Austin Medical Center Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At St. David's North Austin Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) NICU Registered Nurse and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsSt. David's North Austin Medical Center, offers a total...

  • IMC Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States Heart Hospital of Austin Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Heart Hospital of Austin our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) IMC Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.BenefitsHeart Hospital of Austin, offers a total rewards...

  • IMC Registered Nurse

    3 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States Heart Hospital of Austin Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Heart Hospital of Austin our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) IMC Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.BenefitsHeart Hospital of Austin, offers a total rewards...

  • Neurological Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At St. David's Medical Center our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Neurological Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.BenefitsSt. David's Medical Center, offers a...

  • Telemetry Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At St. David's Medical Center our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Telemetry Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.BenefitsSt. David's Medical Center, offers a total...

  • Imaging Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At St. David's South Austin Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as an Imaging Registered Nurse and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total...

  • NICU Registered Nurse

    16 hours ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) NICU Registered Nurse you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you – at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's South Austin Medical Center which is a part of the nation’s...

  • Imaging Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the PRN career opportunities as an Imaging Registered Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's South Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical Center,...

  • Imaging Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's South Austin Medical Center Full time

    Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as an Imaging Registered Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's South Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Benefits St. David's South Austin Medical Center,...

  • Telemetry Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Medical Center Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At St. David's Medical Center our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Telemetry Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.BenefitsSt. David's Medical Center, offers a total...

  • Orthopedic Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Medical Center Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Orthopedic Registered Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards...

  • NICU Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Medical Center Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) NICU Registered Nurse you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you – at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is a part of the nation’s leading provider of...

  • Orthopedic Registered Nurse

    5 days ago

    Pflugerville, United States St. David's Medical Center Careers Full time

    Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Orthopedic Registered Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards...