Registered Nurse | Hospice | Full Time | Part Time | PRN

Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health & Hospice Agency

Job Description, Education & Experience Requirements

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health & Hospice

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under the direction of a physician and according to agency policies and procedures. The RN assesses patient needs, develops care plans, administers treatments, educates patients and families, and coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care and comfort.

For hospice patients, the RN focuses on pain management, symptom control, emotional support, and end-of-life care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Home Health Duties

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

Hospice Duties

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

Qualifications

Education

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

Licensure

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

Experience

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

Required Skills

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

Certifications

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

Physical Requirements

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

Work Environment

Patient homes
Hospice facilities
Various community settings

Schedule

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

Preferred Qualifications

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