Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

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  Perform patient assessments and nursing evaluations
• Develop and update individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Monitor patient condition and progress
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding disease management and safety
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare staff
• Complete accurate and timely documentation
• Perform wound care, catheter care, IV therapy, injections, and other skilled nursing procedures
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and agency guidelines

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  Provide compassionate end-of-life nursing care
• Manage pain and symptoms for hospice patients
• Educate families regarding hospice care and patient comfort
• Provide emotional support to patients and families
• Coordinate with hospice interdisciplinary team
• Respond to patient emergencies and changes in condition
• Assist with bereavement support as appropriate

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  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

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  Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas

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  Minimum 1 year nursing experience preferred
• Home Health and/or Hospice experience preferred
• Experience with wound care, IV therapy, and patient assessment preferred

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  Strong clinical assessment skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Medicare and home health regulations preferred
• Compassionate and patient-centered care
• Basic computer and EMR documentation skills
• Time management and organizational skills

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  Current CPR/BLS certification required
• Valid Texas Driver License and reliable transportation required
• Auto insurance required

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  Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients
• Ability to travel to patient homes
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

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  Patient homes
• Hospice facilities
• Various community settings

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  Full-time / Part-time / PRN
• On-call rotation may be required

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  OASIS documentation experience
• Kinnser/WellSky EMR experience
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish or other languages)